Today is Memorial Day in the United States. It is a solemn day of remembrance for honoring those who have died while serving in the armed forces. It is a time to reflect with gratitude on the freedoms we enjoy….
Wanting to be Nice but Fear Being Taken Advantage Of
Have you ever experienced the struggle between wanting to be nice but not wanting to be taken advantaged of? Many people I work with express fear of being misused while they are trying to be a good person. I recently…
How to Respond to Distressing Moments
Last weekend I attended a wonderful, two-day conference for women, full of inspiration and spiritual insight. But I had a moment that could have completely derailed that beautiful time. I am a note-taker. I like to glean all I can…
Should I worry?
I awoke in the middle of the night to the sound of pounding rain. Or was it hail? All I knew was that it was very loud and our recently planted grain crop was vulnerable. Should I worry? I knew…
Sometimes Enough is Enough
Remember the words of Mary Poppins, “Enough is as good as a feast”? I didn’t really understand that as a child. Even as an adult it’s easy to overlook that principle with the belief that if you’re going to do…
Choosing the Direction of Your Day
Did you know you can choose the direction of your day before you even wake up? For many years it hadn’t occurred to me that I was creating my days by what went through my mind first thing in the…
Creating a Beautiful Experience
I’ve observed recently how difficult it is for many of us to let go of old stories that not only no longer serve us but can actually harm our well-being and our relationships. Let me explain. My 17-year old daughter,…
