How to End Problem Drinking: The First Steps
“The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.” ~Marcus Aurelius It’s 3:00 a.m. I lie awake knowing I have a busy day ahead of me, but…
The Magic of Mindfulness: It’s Never Too Late to Find Peace and Balance
“If you want to conquer the anxiety of life, live in the moment, live in the breath.” ~ Amit Ray On December 12th, 2019, I found myself in a hospital…
Reframing My Job Rejections: A Beautiful Period of Growth
“When we are kind to ourselves, we create inner conditions that make it possible to see clearly and respond wisely.” ~Dr. Kristin Neff Searching for a job can feel like…
Healing Childhood Wounds: A Journey to Love and Connection
The drive on I-95 from the New England coast back home to Washington, D.C., was harrowing— construction zones, accidents, and rush-hour traffic. I was glad my husband was at the…
How to Reclaim Your Inner Gold
“The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.” ~Joseph Campbell “Our deepest calling is to grow into our own authentic self-hood, whether or not it conforms to…
How My Ex and I Created a Beautiful Friendship
When my ex-wife and I separated in 1999 and divorced two years later, I never imagined that we would one day spend a week together as friends. Over the past…
The Growth That Happens When You’re in Between Chapters
“The most powerful thing you can do right now is be patient while things are unfolding for you.” ~Idil Ahmed When one door closes, another one opens, or so the…
How I Found Emotional Freedom and 3 Unexpected Benefits
“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” ~Maya Angelou What if the person you’re trying hardest…