Do you remember asking the question "Are we there yet?" five minutes after getting into the car when you were a little kid? I know I did. And most people I know did too. We weren't so into enjoying the ride back then, were we? It was all about … [Read more...] about Are We There Yet?
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Are You Your Own Worst Enemy?
I used to be really hard on myself. I talked to myself in a way that I would never in a million years talk to anyone else. In fact, my mother used to tell me that I was my own worst enemy. And she was right. No one can hit you below the belt quite … [Read more...] about Are You Your Own Worst Enemy?
How to Deal with Feelings of Unfairness
Life isn’t fair. Know the feeling? I think everybody does. And when you’ve suffered heartbreak as a result of one or more life-changing losses, there’s a good chance that your story about what happened (you know, the one you tell to your confidants) … [Read more...] about How to Deal with Feelings of Unfairness
If I Had Known Then What I Know Now…
Have you ever said these words to yourself? The thing is, hindsight is 20-20. And our regrets are usually based on what we DIDN’T know then. We live forward but we understand backward. And the problem with regret is that it drains your energy and … [Read more...] about If I Had Known Then What I Know Now…
The “How” Question
DOWNLOAD THE MP3 | LISTEN ON iTUNES Acceptance, Deep and Complete: Off The Page and Into Your Life Though the concept of acceptance can be inspiring, it’s not much use if it doesn’t stick to your ribs. How then to achieve that? Practice. Short, … [Read more...] about The “How” Question
Overcoming Overwhelm
When you’ve lost a piece of your heart, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The process of recovering from loss can feel impossible on the best days, never mind the other days. In fact, it can be oddly tempting sometimes to give in to your feelings of … [Read more...] about Overcoming Overwhelm
When You Feel Broken Inside
Stop pouring salt on your own wound. On days when you have to look up to see the bottom of the world, it can be especially hard to do things that you know would help you. Most people struggle with this sometimes. But pouring salt on your own wound is … [Read more...] about When You Feel Broken Inside
How to Balance the Past with the Present
Got the holiday blues? If so, you are not alone. You might be surprised to know how many people are feeling down at this time of year, even if it’s not always obvious. Nonetheless, it is still far too easy to become isolated in a world that has … [Read more...] about How to Balance the Past with the Present