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Addiction and Connection
“No society can understand itself without looking at its shadow side. The question is never why the addiction but why the pain?” Gabor Mate MD (2008) PP.2-34 Recently, a close family member sent a clip [...]
2016. A New Beginning
The New Year begins with gusto and many of us will return to work after enjoying a well earned break. A new beginning in 2016 beckons and there is no time like the present. We [...]
The Gift of Listening
Do you remember the first time you really felt someone listened to you? Listening with candid intent expresses interest, as does a gift. When mind, body and soul are fully engaged in listening then acceptance, [...]
A Legacy: Emotions and Feelings.
My father was an intelligent, wise man. His shared thoughts and views with our family left a satisfying legacy. When recalling one of his sayings, I often smile at its accuracy. “Most of the things [...]
Respectful Relationships
If I keep from commanding people, they behave themselves. If I keep from preaching at people, they improve themselves. If I keep from imposing on people, they become themselves. LaoTzu How do we define a [...]
Women and Girls
As a young girl, I learned to relish the wisdom, guidance, and company of older women whose lives were shaped by the safety of secure family attachments and loving people. Sadly, for many young women [...]
Men and Boys
In a time where a ‘fatherless boy culture’ becomes more prevalent, the presence of fine men who can guide, support and lead is paramount. The dearth of male teachers in schools and preschools, as well [...]
Healthy Habits and Rituals
As youngsters, we grow up learning and adapting to everyday routines. Important family rituals, habits and themes are passed down through generations. We gain a sense of comfort and safety in repetition; significant patterns begin [...]
Fear and Doubt
When fear and doubt turn up in your life it can be helpful to think in a different way, gather your courage and ask fear these questions: Who invited you? Why are you here? Do [...]
Speaking of Anger
Speaking of anger, what exactly qualifies this simple emotion to intensify power and press so many of our reactive buttons? Today’s society continually advocates that outbursts of anger are unhealthy. We accommodate this idea by [...]
Love and Connection
Studies show that when people feel secure they reach out and connect to others and feel more peaceful within themselves. When we feel emotionally connected, it is easier to manage the ups and downs in [...]
Worrying Thoughts and Emotional Clutter
Recently people have shared ways in which clearing their physical clutter helped them to create space for increased motivation and inspired creativity. In this blog we shall explore how sorting through and letting go of [...]