How often do you play? My husband and I were out for a walk the other morning, and came upon this swing, hanging from a large tree in a field. It made me think of how often we, as adults, take life so seriously that we forget how to play. Our lives get way out … Read More
My last post was about the terrible fires we were having in our area. As the holidays rolled around, we thought that we were past the worst of it. And then came the predictions of a bad rainstorm, and the serious worry about mudslides in the burned areas. We again had mandatory and voluntary evacuations … Read More
For any of you who live anywhere near Santa Barbara, you know that this has not been a typical holiday season. Early in December, what has become known as the Thomas Fire began. It started quite a distance from here, but quickly spread. In a matter of days, people from Santa Paula, to Ojai, to … Read More
Be willing to let go of the people and the things that no longer enrich your life! This allows space and energy for the new to come in. When we hang onto something that we’ve outgrown, or that’s proven to be unfulfilling, or that creates unhappiness, we block the way for more positive, growth-promoting, and … Read More
This time of year can mean different things to different people. It can be a joyous time spent with friends and family, eating lots of delicious food, made with love. But it can also be a lonely time spent focused on the sorrows of life, thinking about all of the things you don’t have. If … Read More
I so often find myself sitting in my Santa Barbara office, talking with a client about how hard she is on herself. Clients come to see me because they’re unhappy in some way. They may be struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or a myriad of other “problems.” Their issues may be situational, or in … Read More
