The symbolism of Easter belongs to all, regardless of specific religious beliefs. Death and resurrection, or the life, death, life cycle, takes its cue from nature. The change of the seasons in spring aptly coincides with the Christian celebration of Easter in many parts of the world. As we watch…
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Resentment and self-pity are two feeling states that we have all experienced at one time or another. While they are uncomfortable, and often unproductive, with awareness and attention they can be tools for greater self-awareness and improved mental health. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EMOTIONS It is helpful to first understand the…
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A false belief, or thinking something is true when it is not, can keep us frustrated, stuck and struggling to move forward. This can happen with small misconceptions, or with major areas of our lives. A couple of weeks ago, I bought a new mattress from Costco. My husband can…
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Making choices and setting limits are two invaluable tools for mental health and self-discovery. This is especially true at midlife and during times of transition and change. Our choices define who we are and saying yes to what we want and no to what we don’t want tells others who…
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I don’t know about you, but I’ve never been much of a Black Friday shopper. I do love a bargain, but I find no pleasure in battling crowds to get one. My sister, on the other hand, loves to shop anytime, anywhere, any day. Back in the days when my husband…
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