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”
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A very needed fresh start
We as a culture have long held the belief that “we shouldn’t speak ill of the dead”, but that often doesn’t help the living to process their past traumas. Semi-deifying an abuser after their death only adds to the mental and emotional burdens of the living victims. Instead, we need to be able to speak honestly and factually about the past. This is very cleansing and allows those old shadows to be released.
Memories of the Holidays 2024
The 2 weeks of Christmas and New Year’s were quite busy for us all. We started out the weekend before Christmas with my daughter and granddaughter coming…… Read more “Memories of the Holidays 2024”
Life will continue to go on… choose the direction you wish to go
During the holiday season, we can get a lot thrown at us, to the point that we can feel like a lonely island in a tumultuous sea.…… Read more “Life will continue to go on… choose the direction you wish to go”
Are you co-dependent and trying to hang on at all costs?
I was shocked to find out I was co-dependent years ago. I thought I just loved very deeply and was mystified why it wasn’t reciprocated. When my…… Read more “Are you co-dependent and trying to hang on at all costs?”
Will your kids end up going no contact with you?
After many years, I ended up going no-contact with my mother, but I’m emotionally supportive to my brother who has accepted the duties of visiting her occasionally…… Read more “Will your kids end up going no contact with you?”
Generational curses: are they breakable?
@PeacefulMindPeacefulLife “It’s up to us to break generational curses.When they say, “It runs in the family,” you tell them, “This is where it runs out.”@PeacefulMindPeacefulLife Generational curses…… Read more “Generational curses: are they breakable?”
Happy Father’s Day!
Happy heavenly Father’s Day dad! Miss you, your humor, your wisdom, your gentleness. I learned so much from you, and not the least of which was to…… Read more “Happy Father’s Day!”
Saying goodbye, forever
This past week a friend buried her husband. They were together for six beautiful, love filled years. Theirs was a romantic first meeting, and what followed was…… Read more “Saying goodbye, forever”
Letters unsent
Do you ever write letters to people to get stuff off your chest, but don’t end up sending them? Unknown author Years ago I heard this was…… Read more “Letters unsent”
The inner trauma of not feeling heard can manifest obliquely and a “Karen” can be born.
I’ve been trying to figure out what has been behind the surge of “Karens” we’re seeing on social media, who seem to get easily triggered into a…… Read more “The inner trauma of not feeling heard can manifest obliquely and a “Karen” can be born.”
Throw out the resolutions!
Throw the resolutions out the window! Just start by speaking kinder and gentler to yourself! Throw out the harsh and judgmental self-talk. What comes out of the…… Read more “Throw out the resolutions!”
Forgiving is difficult, and doesn’t equal allowing the person to hurt us again!
I just replied to Rita regarding this difficult topic which prompted me to write my own post about it! Forgiveness is an ongoing process! Photo and quote…… Read more “Forgiving is difficult, and doesn’t equal allowing the person to hurt us again!”
Wishing everyone a wonderful future!
Sending my best wishes to each of you reading, so you find the strength to do what you need to do in the next step of your…… Read more “Wishing everyone a wonderful future!”
My top 10 most viewed posts, plus a few bonuses!
These posts are definitely very supportive and encouraging! I hope you’ll take a look at them if you haven’t seen them. I hope to leave you with…… Read more “My top 10 most viewed posts, plus a few bonuses!”
Tamara Kulish 