Dorothy's Blog - Aging Abundantly

LET’S TALK TUESDAY: EXPECTATIONS

Our expectations shape how we view and experience life. Some expectations lie outside our conscious awareness, and our dreams draw in part upon these hidden expectations. Dreams are a necessary and valuable part of life but unearthing the hidden thoughts within them can improve our relationships and our quality of…

Feeling Lost?

Feeling lost, uncertain, wondering what to do with the rest of your life? Overwhelmed by life’s difficulties? Turn your attention to the things that bring you even a flutter of positive energy. Do anything and everything you love to do, even little things. Does cleaning the kitchen bring you peace…

UNITING BEHIND THE PEOPLE OF UKRAINE

The invasion into Ukraine has presented us with another set of unexpected circumstances. As a result, the world is shocked, stunned even, by the blatant onslaught of a peaceful country by a bullying autocracy. One man, flesh and blood like each of us, has chosen to unleash a horror, most…

“I’m So Worried!” How to Get Off the Worry Train

I hear the words, “I’m so worried” almost every day. While not everyone uses these precise words, their meaning is the same. I hear the alarm in their voice, the concern in their tone and the deep emotion that keeps their thoughts churning. Trust me. I get it. There’s plenty…

Valentine’s Day for Lovers of All Ages

It is true that Valentine’s Day, like Mother’s Day and other such holidays has been exploited by commercial enterprises seeking any occasion to market their wares. Historically, however, it has a much more interesting past that has morphed and evolved as culture demanded. While at it’s roots, Valentine’s Day is…

STRESS REDUCTION TECHNIQUES

Using stress reduction techniques have helped me weather any number of storms throughout 2020 and 2021. This just ending holiday season held a new level of angst for the Sander family. The resurgent pandemic was an unwelcome addition to the party, creating anxiety around long put off travel plans and…