Tag: Friendship
Affirmation of the Week – Process Loneliness
Let’s talk about loneliness. Take a deep breath and feel the air filling your lungs, bringing you peace. This week’s affirmation reminds you that even in moments of solitude, you are never truly alone. Love surrounds you, both seen and unseen, and you are deeply connected to the world around you. “I am whole, loved, […]
The Cost of Speaking Out and the Strength It Brings
There is a cost to speaking out. I have felt it deeply. When I have taken a stand, people have walked away. Friendships (and family) I thought were solid disappeared, and I found myself questioning whether I had made a mistake. But with time, I realized something profound: if standing by my values makes people […]
What is the Rainbow Bridge?
What is the Rainbow Bridge? I was recently asked by someone “what is the rainbow bridge” and I thought I would share. Losing a beloved animal companion can feel like losing a piece of your heart. The unconditional love, loyalty, and joy they brought into your life are irreplaceable. Let’s face it, our pets are […]
Can 8 Minutes Really Make a Difference?
Do You Have 8 Minutes? The Power of Holding Space In the hustle of everyday life, it can be hard to ask for help, let alone find someone willing to stop and listen. But imagine if we could change that—if asking a simple question like, “Do you have 8 minutes?” could create a safe space […]
What Difference 8 Minutes Can Make?
Do You Have 8 Minutes? The Power of Holding Space 8 Minutes? In the hustle of everyday life, it can be hard to ask for help, let alone find someone willing to stop and listen. But imagine if we could change that—if asking a simple question like, “Do you have 8 minutes?” could create a […]
When Your Friend’s Negativity Is Ruining Your Friendship
Have you ever had a friend’s negativity ruin your friendship? No matter how hard you try to correct the course their negativity requires boundaries. Friendships, like all relationships, thrive on balance and mutual support. But what happens when negativity creeps in—particularly from someone you care about deeply? When a friend’s constant negativity starts to weigh […]
Is Your Own Negativity Affecting Your Friendships?
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Grow and Let Go: Self-Worth Post-Toxicity
Well, that didn’t go right. Leaving a negative relationship is not easy and finding your self-worth post-toxicity can be challenging. Entering a relationship with enthusiasm is natural. We often believe it’s the best thing in the world, a heady feeling while it lasts. Unfortunately, in a toxic relationship, the realization of its true nature […]
Embracing Family Challenges: Strategies for Summer Gatherings
Surviving the Summer Visit Home: Setting Realistic Expectations It is time for the dreaded summer gathering with family. Summer often conjures images of sun-soaked days and carefree relaxation, but it also heralds the season of family reunions. While some gatherings with loved ones are joyful and refreshing, others can be challenging, testing our patience and […]
Using Tarot to Understand Situations
I have needed to understand situations in my life and struggled. Perhaps I have been too close to them — the situations. I clearly was not thinking objectively. So I pulled out my Tarot deck and asked “what am I missing in this situation?” Five cards later, and deep reflection I saw it. It was […]