You are doing all you can. Know that, whatever the outcome.Now just release and allow what is supposed to happen, to happen. Meme from Facebook, by Buddha’s…… Read more “Just release and allow what is supposed to happen, to happen, allowing the flow.”
Tag: empowerment
Emotions and where they intersect with each other
Emotions can be tricky to understand, as we know. We think we’re feeling one way, but then, maybe it could be something else. Often, an emotion we…… Read more “Emotions and where they intersect with each other”
Does feeling blue send you down a rabbit hole… and have the latest months felt so much more difficult than other winters?
The other day when I left work I started to feel blue. Had it been a scant few years ago, I would have quickly spiraled. I would…… Read more “Does feeling blue send you down a rabbit hole… and have the latest months felt so much more difficult than other winters?”
Is it LOVE or just infatuation?
We want to believe ALL the love songs and Romcoms that what we have is LOVE, but is it really? Have we romanticized infatuation so much that…… Read more “Is it LOVE or just infatuation?”
Can emotional regulation help prevent crime and addictions?
This concept intrigued me when I heard it, and I don’t know if you’ve heard of it or considered it before. Meme from Facebook – author unknown…… Read more “Can emotional regulation help prevent crime and addictions?”
A few thoughts to ponder
Soon after this weekend I’ll be facing another spin around the sun, so I just wanted to leave you with a few thoughts to ponder: Meme by…… Read more “A few thoughts to ponder”
How words manipulate us into behaving certain ways
We all like to think we’re not easily manipulated and we think for ourselves. We don’t see ourselves as being pawns of more powerful people who have…… Read more “How words manipulate us into behaving certain ways”
Become an encourager
Look for people’s strengths and support those, instead of seeking out the weaknesses or flaws. A few gentle words of encouragement lift someone else and may give them the strength they need to keep going.
I chose not to set goals or resolutions a few years ago, what I do instead.
If you feel you need to set resolutions for yourself, choose only one thing, not a list. If you have a list, choose the thing that’s most fun or weird! Why should life be more difficult? Why not make it fun? Instead of trying to become a gym rat if you’re not, why not take a belly-dancing class?
If you feel you need to set goals, ask yourself this question and fill in te blank: “I have always wanted to do ____________.” Then go ahead and do it! Even if you start with the smallest task needed to accomplish your goal, you’ve started.
2025 Snake becomes 2026 Horse: what does it mean?
This year’s transition to the new year seems to be filled with many possibilities running the spectrum from very positive to very negative, either starting quite soon…… Read more “2025 Snake becomes 2026 Horse: what does it mean?”
The paradox of empathy and indifference
Indifference seems to be almost TOO prevalent these days, where the bad news from across our nation and around the world assaults us multiple times a day.…… Read more “The paradox of empathy and indifference”
The Paradox of Boundaries
As we move through the holiday seasons where friends and family gather, there’s the real-time aspect of how unhealthy relationships play out and how they can tear…… Read more “The Paradox of Boundaries”
Our greatest strength comes from interconnection, not solitary strength
Photo posted on Facebook but Steven McSweeny “Most people think sequoias survive because they’re massive. But that’s not even close to the real reason. If you’ve ever…… Read more “Our greatest strength comes from interconnection, not solitary strength”
Science has proven that changing our inner dialogue changes our brain
Image created by Culture Collective Many of you know that I’ve long been an ardent proponent of doing the inner work to change how we think and…… Read more “Science has proven that changing our inner dialogue changes our brain”
How to change what you see in your social media feed
Are you getting overwhelmed by your social media feeds being very negative?
Some people have been swearing off social media entirely to escape the negativity the algorithms are feeding to them.
What if you don’t want to get off social media because it’s a good way to keep in touch with friends and family? Can anything be done?