As a male sexual abuse survivor so wisely said on Oprah today: “Coping isn’t the same as healing.” If properly cared for, the wounds from our traumas can eventually heal, though we are left with the scars. They remind us … Continue reading
Everything happens just as it should, in its own time. Be patient, and let the leaves fall when, and where, they may. If I don’t like where I land, I’ll just remember that one never knows what might come along … Continue reading
What Memories are Haunting You? I know it’s a mixed bag of Tricks and Treats… To quote Oprah, “You can be a better you than a pretend anybody else.” I like that. However, I’d add that perhaps Halloween is an … Continue reading
Yesterday was a quintessential day on the Sonoma County coast: no wind, no fog, perfect temp in the upper 70’s. I feel so lucky to have been born in this little part of our big world. I know others have … Continue reading
“When I tune others out, and tune into myself…What do I hear? What do I ‘in-vision’? Let myself go to that place.”
Kick up those heels! Then ease on down, ease on down The Road… You already possess all that you desire. There’s no place like Home. There’s no place like Home… 🙂
Today I will LOVE! I will LISTEN, and LEARN. I will make what I say, and do, count. I will remember that in most cases…Less IS more! 🙂 Fear Less…Hope More; Eat Less…Chew More; Whine Less…Breathe More; Talk Less…Say More; … Continue reading
Being grateful does not mean being in denial, nor does it mean being a Pollyanna. It is important to ACCEPT where we are at, wherever THAT is. EVERYTHING that we feel is a valid part of who we are, in … Continue reading
Oh my id, what an ID you have. Lol. (They’re not so unrelated. Was that on purpose, Dr. Freud?). Art imitates life. It was three weeks ago when this shot caught my eye. I’m finally reflecting on my own question … Continue reading
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Actually, I should call these ‘Nightly Doodles’. When I have trouble with insomnia, I find that engaging in gently intuitive, creative activities can be the most helpful, rather than letting my obsessive, list-oriented brain run round and round with me … Continue reading
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The Spirited Soul 
Science, Spirit or Skeptic? That is the Question.
I just read the following entry at “The Skeptic’s Dictionary”, (see link below), where the healing art and science of acupuncture was described as “an ancient superstition”, dissing Oprah and Dr. Oz in the process: http://www.skepdic.com/skeptimedia/skeptimedia5.html I take offense at this, … Continue reading →
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