Mental Illness is such an important topic. We have begun to address the idea more openly as a society. In my experience there have some sports stars leading the charge by speaking more freely about their anxiety and fears. What I think is unfortunate is that they are being burdened with the label of Mental Illness.
Read MoreCompromise isn’t necessary for a healthy, satisfying and joyful relationship. In fact I don’t recommend it.
Read MoreWhen you think of empathy do you think of a big, long, drawn out conversation? Diving deeply into the meaning about what someone is saying in order to uncover the needs they are longing to have heard? Me too. Not today though.
Read MoreWhen there is another person with you, are you truly hearing them and responding to what they are saying? Or are you thinking things and responding to your thoughts as if they are actually true (and even what’s being said)? Are you actually talking to yourself?
Read MoreI am concerned about the cost of war and the romance of serving our country on the individuals that are actually doing the serving. It is something I think about a good deal. Today included.
Read MoreIf it seems too good to be true, then likely it is. I’ve been giving this idea some thought recently. I’m not so sure I believe it. Some practical thoughts.
Read MoreWhile true love is possible, how most people anticipate that this kind of relationship will actually become a reality is unrealistic and rare.
Read MoreI watched what happened between Will Smith and Chris Rock on the Oscars. The exchange offers the most perfect classic opportunity to talk about the ideas behind Nonviolent Communication. My first pass at writing something was quite educational (and dry). I’m realizing I want to write about what is in my heart.
Read MoreHave you been to workshops, or read memes on social media about this? Either we are acting from love or we are acting from fear. I have. Often. Yet, is it really that simple? Kind of yes, and mostly no.
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