Have you ever wanted something/somewhere/someone so much, so bad… that you were willing to do almost anything to get it? No matter how counter-intuitive, no matter how hard it might seem… and it wasn’t hard at all? Acting outside of our comfort zone, especially against natural instincts is a sure fire way to see growth. … Read more
What is it they say? “The only thing to fear is fear itself”… Ironically, fear is one of the biggest causes of failure. Failing to live life to its fullest, failing to try new things, failing to pursue dreams, or to love, even failing at the simple concept of being content/happy… We sometimes allow fear … Read more
Today is Leap Day and I want talk about Leaping for change… Most people accept change with a great deal of resistance. Fear of the uncertainty is a big obstacle. In my experience it is always best to leap. I like to take big leaps, but I also embrace change. I love the excitement and newness … Read more
The road to mental health recovery is a long, challenging one. There are curves and dips, mountains and valleys, switchbacks and stalls. Often moving so slowly we feel as if we’re in reverse. Occasionally we truly are. Sometimes the entire process has to restart, and while it feels like we’re back at the beginning, we … Read more
I struggle with finding things to say/write, or even to focus on specific tasks that aren’t very tangible. I can push through washing, hanging, folding a load of laundry; washing and putting away dishes, or even a 30 minute walk or spin. But to focus on a book, writing, even a little time with my … Read more
