The more you understand the differences …..the easier it will be to become more mindful.
Be Your Best Friend
“Oh, you’re my best friend…” The lyrics of that song by Queen have been running through my mind lately. Which is a much better choice than what usually cycles and recycles through my monkey mind at times. I heard the song a few days ago, and it caused me to ponder: what if we truly were a best friend to …
It’s All About Perspective
He has a brain tumor!!! My first thought as I examined the lump behind his left ear. “Did you bump into anything? Hit your head on a cabinet door? Is it tender?” I peppered him with questions, trying to identify a logical explanation for the bulge. My husband had been experiencing sharp intermittent pains in his left ear for a …
The Walk of Life
We spend our days, walking on the beach, lazing about, reading, watching and listening to the ocean, snorkeling, and relaxing. Our one and only goal is to completely relax and enjoy our time together. One morning we take a new direction on our walk. We strolled past ancient fishing ponds and through an area filled with washed up pieces of …
What Is Your Quotient for Compassion?
I watched a documentary a few nights ago about Roger Stone, a political activist and consultant. I wasn’t very familiar with Stone, and I discovered he has been involved in the US political process since the Reagan presidency. Stone and his partners have also made millions of dollars representing dictators across the globe who have murdered their opposition while amassing vast …
Experience A Full Range….of Emotions
I read a play this week that confused and frustrated me. In my mind (while reading), I kept asking: “Why are the characters acting this way?” As I continued to read, I realized that the frustration and confusion was because the characters weren’t sharing with each other what was really going on, what they were thinking and feeling. What …
Are You Hooked on a Feeling?
Lyrics from an old song keep running through my brain, reminding me how easy it is to get hooked by an emotion. What’s the song? “Hooked on a Feeling,” sung by B.J. Thomas (and later by a group called Blue Swede. Check out their video on youtube. It made me laugh.) The words of the chorus are on a recurring …