We hear a lot about saying, “I’m sorry.” How hard it can be. How healing it can be. Have you ever been pressured to say that you are sorry when really you weren’t? Some people in that situation will just say whatever words that will make the conversation end. Others avoid eye contact, keep silent and endure the discomfort. It’s not often that someone clearly states, “I’m not … [Read more...] about Not Sorry
Get the Picture?
Today you will need at least two sheets of paper: one for drawing and one for writing. The one that you use for drawing should be completely blank, with no lines on it. Then pick something in front of you and draw it on the blank page. It can be anything at all, as long as it’s right there where you can see it and isn’t going to be moving around. If you are part of that … [Read more...] about Get the Picture?
The Invisible You
It’s easy to imagine ourselves in terms of the visible parts of our bodies. All the parts we show the world. All the parts we keep to ourselves. Plus a host of inner workings that medical imaging machines and surgeons can view. But your body has parts that are completely invisible, too. Your ideas, for instance. You can’t see them. Where do they reside in you? Do they … [Read more...] about The Invisible You
Setbacks and Calamities
Things go wrong. They always do. Whether your plans are for the afternoon, the coming year, or a lifetime, the chance of something not going according to plan is usually pretty high. Big things and little things plop into our lives and, in a single moment, change our course. Just as the door closes, you remember your keys are inside. You get an email saying you didn’t get … [Read more...] about Setbacks and Calamities
Pep Talk Voice
A good pep talk puts wind in your sails. Pep talks get you and the big boat of your life aimed in the very best direction for smooth travel. Without pep talks you could be led to believe your ship might sink, or that it could remain becalmed forever. With a good pep talk behind you, you keep moving forward. The key to a good pep talk is giving the inner stage to Pep … [Read more...] about Pep Talk Voice