How often do you think of sharks and consciousness in the same moment? It occurred to me today, how we have a choice whether or not to plug into OPD - other people's dramas. Nearly 10 years ago, I was cast to play the part of visiting friend in a BBC docudrama about a woman who went swimming one … [Read more...]
Putting Myself First – Want to Join Me?
Since I have committed to blogging daily for the month of July (connecting with #NaBloPoMo and #BlogBoost), I see this as an opportunity to jot down some of the sticky notes that hang out on the walls of my mind. The notion of "Putting Myself First" used to be a scary "no no" of an idea, but it is … [Read more...]
Joining BlogHer for a Decade of Blogging
Woohoo! BlogHer celebrates a decade and this month I am honoring them, you, and me by attempting to blog once a day for the 31 magical days in July. I started this here blog in 2004. I had started numerous other blogs as early as 2001 - does anyone remember "OneWord" - the Apple product? Some … [Read more...]
Every Day is A Good Day
You were expecting something else? Grab a platitude or two, take 'em off the wall or off the pedestal, and put 'em to work in your life! I have this confused relationship with metaphors. On the one hand I LOVE them - they can take a complex concept and instantly make it accessible. It is not so … [Read more...]
Spirit Rules – 5
This is where I would like to introduce spirit. My soul has maneuvered events in my life to keep -the book- this writing from happening until now. I believe spirit - aka my soul - wants only happiness for me. I believe my soul has access to far more information and power than I do. I believe that I … [Read more...]
Your Mind is Your (Almost) Greatest Ally – 4
It takes effort and energy for most of us to discover consistent happiness. That energy is fueled by power. Understanding where your true power and authority exists is one of the fundamental tools in the game of finding happiness. Here is how I understand the power grid when it comes to my essential … [Read more...]