Wanting Connection Without Turning It Into a Verdict Most of us want to be thought of. Not in some dramatic, needy way. Just in the ordinary human way. It feels good when someone says, “I made us reservations.” Or, “Come sit on the porch for a while.” Or, “I was thinking of you.” Or even,Continue reading “Wanting Connection Without Turning It Into a Verdict”
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Pause Before Reacting: Finding Wisdom in Low Moods
The Power of the Present Moment We’ve all been there – that split second when irritation or frustration rises up. Our thoughts start spinning, pulling up past grievances and projecting into an imagined future conflict. Before we know it, we’re swept away by our own negativity. A Moment of Clarity A client recently shared aContinue reading “Pause Before Reacting: Finding Wisdom in Low Moods”
Is Inner Strain Just a Dashboard Light? A New Perspective
What if the feeling of inner strain is less a verdict on you and more like a dashboard light — a sign that you’re getting pulled into the swirl of thought?
A Note on Mind, Consciousness, and Thought
If you’re new to this way of thinking, you might hear terms like Mind, Consciousness, and Thought and wonder what they mean. These aren’t ideas to memorize—they’re more like signs pointing toward something you already know deep down, something you’ve felt before but maybe never had words for. So, instead of starting with definitions, let’sContinue reading “A Note on Mind, Consciousness, and Thought”
Not Just What but How
Today, a client shared something lovely with me. They mentioned feeling at ease in my presence and credited my voice for this sense of calm. It was a sweet observation, especially since I hadn’t been doing anything special, just speaking a bit more slowly—something I picked up from George Pransky. He speaks slowly to inviteContinue reading “Not Just What but How”