What Keeps You From Getting What You Want?

What is one thing you look forward to everyday? I mean really look forward to, so much that you can picture yourself experiencing it. It might be a brisk walk outside with the wind blowing on your face, the smell of your morning coffee as the aroma fills your kitchen, or conversation with someone that makes you happy. Many of us have small things that we do that make our lives full and rich every

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Advice from a Sea Turtle

Today I opened the top drawer of my desk and found a bookmark with bold letters, Advice from a Sea Turtle. I wanted to share it with you. II will be back after I do some reflecting on the advice. Enjoy Advice from a Sea Turtle Swim with the Current Be a Good Navigator

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Why Is Spring Cleaning Good For Your Well Being?

We have been having yo-yo weather, some days with warm sunshine and others with cold rain. I am not sure if it is spring or winter. Either way it is time to do some spring cleaning, I know I will feel healthier and happier by that simple act. Imagine spending winter in your house shut tight against the cold, heated by coal, oil, and wood,, lighted with candles. That is how life was in times

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Ready To Tame Your Inner Critic?

Have you ever been a witness to your own behavior? It is like watching yourself act as if you are separate from your actions. I was in a workshop creating on an art project. I noticed that part of me was getting frustrated because I was taking too long, the project was not turning out how I wanted, and my work did not look as good as other people’s projects. It was if there was

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Taking A Stand

As I put my left foot into the canoe I could feel the canoe rock and slide away from the dock. My right foot was solidly planted on the dock, my left foot in the canoe, and my hands firmly grabbing the gunnels of the canoe. I was between two worlds with one foot in each. I was about to leave the security, steadiness, and safety of land for the constant movement and change of water. The only sure thing I

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Feelings of Freedom

 I have lived my whole life with feelings of freedom right here in this beautiful country, America. I did not think about freedom much until it was time to vote, or someone’s rights were violated, or I saw oppression on television. I took my freedom for granted. I have delveloped a keener awareness of freedom, what it means and who has it and who doesn’t.

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Love, Clutter, and Feng Shui

I walked into her home and I could see and feel the personal transformation that had taken place within her.  She had risen from the ashes of despair, depression, and confusion to a life of  joy, enthusiasm, and creativity. What had been a sterile, unhappy, lifeless space was now vibrant, nurturing, and full of life. What had made the difference for her?  She took my recommendations to heart and began looking around her home and removing everything she

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