Desiderata — Strive to be Happy

One of my favorite prose poems of all time! Max Erhmann’s (1872-1945) Desiderata, which in Latin means “desired things.” “Go placidly amidst the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be  in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all  persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and [...]

Think positive about yourself!

Focus on your strengths. Be proud of them and nurture them. Do what you are good at. And keep doing it. Stop criticizing yourself for your shortcomings. Who cares!

My Rabbit and I

Easter and Passover coincide this year.  As I reflect on these two highly symbolic and sacred holidays I realize that Easter is about new life, resurrection, and new beginnings. Passover is about freedom. Both are apt metaphors for my story of transformation that began long ago with a rabbit. I like to say I have [...]

You Can’t Have What Isn’t There

You can’t have what is not there. We have to stop wishing for things to be different from what they truly can be. We can’t keep hoping for someone to give us what we want if they have no ability or desire to give it. We can’t change people into who we want or need [...]

Help Is On Its Way

Keep your eyes, ears, and heart open. Help arrives at unexpected times from unexpected sources.

Healing Begins With Feeling

Many of us have been trained to show the world our most colorful side while masking a gray melancholy we hide inside. Remember that all emotions are valid and have much to share with us. Sadness tells us there is unresolved grief. Loneliness means we’ve been touched by love. Anger is the pain of wanting [...]

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