There’s so much beauty this time of year, but there’s also a lot of stress. Holidays have a way of bringing sadness to many people. They may be missing loved ones who have died, or who just aren’t available for one reason or another. Holidays can also bring a sense of overwhelm to quite a … Read More
It’s that time of the year again, when our thoughts turn toward family, friends, good food, and holiday gatherings. We have specific images and thoughts in our minds about how we want our celebration to be. We want it to be very special! We want it filled with breathtaking beauty, abundant happiness, and lots of … Read More
The senseless tragedy in Orlando has left us all with heavy hearts. It’s hard to imagine a hatred so strong, that it could lead a human being to take the lives of so many totally unknown, innocent people. My mind wants to push away the thought. I don’t want that kind of hatred to even … Read More
Sometimes life just feels really hard! I want to be sure that you know there are options if you’re feeling desperate. There’s a National 24 hour Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255. Help is there no matter what time of day or night you might need it. You can also call 911 to have local emergency help. … Read More
While it’s true that our perceptions create our reality, we need to look a bit deeper. There can be many things that help mold and shape an individual person’s perception. I’d like to use our recent rain storm to help demonstrate how this happens. For many of us here in Santa Barbara, yesterday’s rain was … Read More
This time of year can be so joyous, but it can also be a time filled with sorrow and emotional pain. The media shows only one side, and that is painted with almost unattainable perfection. Not everyone is ready for the various celebrations of the holiday season. Many are dealing with serious illness, financial worries, loneliness, … Read More
