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”
ReBoot the Story
I had an interesting conversation with a client recently – I’ll call him ‘Joe’. He is a really bright, accomplished man who has everything in the world going for him, except… Like the rest of us, Joe has his spots that are sticky for him – covered with Velcro – you know, those places whereContinue reading “ReBoot the Story”