Reactions Create Memories
There are days when the waves pound on the shore with such force it pushes the sand up the beach to make a berm that is often several feet high. On those days, my walks are a bit more challenging. It was my first day out in a [...]
When It’s Time to Say What You Think
In this country, you are innocent until proven guilty. The process takes time, investigation, deliberation. Yet in our day-to-day lives, we are rarely this diligent. We often hear a comment or see a facial expression and swear ill intent, or worse revenge, before even asking a question. I fell [...]
Do You Know What Today Is?
Today is International Women’s day. Throughout the world it is a celebration of respect and appreciation for the economic, political and social contributions of women. In celebration, here are just a few of the growing statistics. […]
If You Have Ever Felt a Little Broken
I recently heard about a Japanese art form called Kintsugi. Also known as the “golden repair.” Kintsugi is the art of restoring broken pottery with a bond made of powdered gold, silver, or platinum. As a philosophy, it treats breakage and repair as part of the history of [...]
Flow Versus Expectations
Flow is that wonderful state when we are highly engaged, passionate, and productive. It’s a time of peak performance. Like riding on a strong current, our efforts feel effortless as we attract and take advantage of opportunities that elevate us beyond what we had imagined. Expectations on the [...]
3 Tips to Manage the Holiday Season
'Tis the season to be joyful. Yet, even as I write that it makes me dreadfully anxious. What will likely bring me joy in the next month will be a few quiet times with my family and friends. However, I will spend most of my days planning, decorating, [...]