My Blog
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My Difficult Week
Last week, I had a tough week. Now, let me give you some background. I live with my significant other, Dennis, who goes by Dee, my adult daughter, and my two grandchildren., who are 8 and 5 years old We are fortunate to share a house with enough room for all of us...
My Walk at the Beach
A wise friend posted this quote today. I am of a mind to leave my anxious self sleeping in the summer heat, sitting in a rocking chair on the porch of my life, while I creep down the steps, my younger spirit ready to play, unburdened by the what if's and why not's,...
How Mindful Self-Compassion Can Help You Get the Dishes Done – and Much More.
What do you think – what comes to mind – when I say “mindful self-compassion?” Maybe, like me, you picture someone on a mountaintop in the lotus position, their arms wrapped around themselves, smiling, blissfully peaceful. Even though I know better, that’s what...
The Pandemic is a Trauma – and That’s Just a Place to Start
This post starts with a meme from Jennifer Yaeger, LPC- in case you can't see it, the meme says: I want to acknowledge that living through this pandemic is a trauma. As a trauma specialist, I think there are a few things that are helpful to know. - Parts of our brain...
My Values & Beliefs
We're all in this together
Our culture is quick to teach us how to shame and blame ourselves and others, when really, we're all doing the best we know how to do. Working with me, you get in touch with your own deep wisdom. You follow the path to find your own center so you can stand, solidly grounded, confident in the unique gifts you bring to others.
Perfection is not the goal
We are all doing the best we know how to do. Recognizing that, letting go of the belief that we can or should be perfect, begins the journey of building compassion for ourselves and others.
Everyone needs a place to stand, to take a step back
The journey starts with having a space where you can be open about what you’re thinking and feeling. A space where your feelings will be recognized and valued. A space where you can sort through your thoughts and explore what you really believe, what you value, and how to live a life that lets you shine.