The Ways We Forget
“It is astonishing, in the end, how difficult it is to know the things you know. What I mean is that all I had discovered was everything...
Afraid? Stressed? Two Simple Ideas for Coping
“I feel so stressed.” “I am so worried.” “When will this end? I am so anxious.” In this moment, I hear these statements all day from...
What is Your First Thought When You Wake in the Morning?
“In truth, the minute we arrive we are born singing, thought this is often mistaken for crying.” ---Mark Nepo When a baby is born, the...
What Destroys Relationships? Love, Hate or Indifference?
Being human means you can love and hate at the same time. Love and hate can make us behave in ways in which we are not fully in control....
Wrecked by Success: Four Reasons Success Leads to Failure
Have you had the experience of wanting something, working hard to get it and when you finally earned it, you no longer wanted it? You're...
Near Enemies
While reading Louise Pennie’s book The Cruelest Month, I was introduced to the concept of “Near Enemies.” Chief Inspector Gamache, the...
Identifying Our Inner Conflict
Have you wondered why you say your going to do something, and either never get started or do the exact opposite? Perhaps the problem is that
Pennies From Heaven
Once again, I am reminded that life is filled with uncertainty, hardship and pain and there are riches to be found in every situation – penn
The Value of the Truth
I propose that there is a value in knowing the truth, even if it is uncomfortable or painful.
The Black Cat: Breaking the Spell of Fear
When his wife said, “I thought you liked kitties,” it broke the “spell” of fear. They were able to laugh together, transforming the moment t