Parenting & Family
Chaos Can Be Positive
When I read the title of the article, Chaos Can Be Positive, I felt my head shift as if I was questioning the screen itself. I then paused for a second before reading the article. I began reflecting on my interpretation of the word chaos and why I would think chaos is "bad" or at least "not good"? The answer was simple. When I think of chaos, I think of a situation being out of control or without order. Now I see why I assume chaos will generally be "bad". My mind interprets "good" and control as the same. It's funny to think of it that way.
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Who Wants Change?
Surrender
Surrender. Is there a scarier or more freeing word than surrender? Surrender. I invite you to sit with this word and let it move around in your mind and belly. What does surrender bring up for you? Panic? Fear? Humiliation? Joy? Victory? Success? Freedom? Release?...
Why Learn How To Do Nothing?
Do Nothing. Just writing those two words feels freeing. I am so grateful that I have learned how to do nothing successfully for almost twenty-five years. I am not a bum or lazy; much to the contrary. I just do nothing at least once a day to support effectiveness and attention. I do nothing to stay present or become present again after a distraction or lack of focus seep in. I do nothing because it is important, maybe necessary, to be the person I aspire to be....
Alive Inside Documentary Screening at Brown University
Alive Inside documentary screening at the Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University. A stirring documentary demonstrating music’s ability to combat memory loss and restore a deep sense of self to those experiencing dementia. For more information, read the story at Music and Memory - Alive Inside. The event is co-sponsored by artists and scientists as partners....
Rhode Island Teen Coaching and Teen Counseling
I offer Teen Coaching and Counseling for youth and families. I have worked with teens and their families since 1993 and love the work! Please visit My Work and Training to learn more about what I do, and My Influences will tell you who have been my teachers, models, and influences. I work outside the box and refuse to accept that any teenager cannot find their way in this world with creativity, motivation, and the right support.
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