When things in our lives aren’t working, we want them to change — now! We determine what needs to happen to bring about that change. We make resolutions to lose weight, start exercising, become organized, eat healthy, get more sleep, improve relationships, etc. We set ourselves up for failure by deciding to make changes … Read More
We are surrounded with so much noise on a daily basis! There’s all kinds of noise: traffic, construction, machinery, t.v., etc. For some, this doesn’t seem to be a big problem. For others, it can feel like they’re being constantly bombarded with harsh sounds, which put their nerves on edge. There can be a lot … Read More
When we were kids, getting older seldom crossed our minds. We were too busy being involved in whatever we were doing at the moment. There came a certain time, though, that we began to look forward to getting older, because it meant additional freedoms and more exciting adventures. At some point it began to mean … Read More
“Once we believe in ourselves, we can risk curiosity, wonder, spontaneous delight, or any experience that reveals the human spirit.” E. E. Cummings This is a beautiful quote, and perfectly captures the way healthy, well-loved children experience life! Have you ever taken a walk with a young child? They’re full of curiosity and feelings of … Read More
This picture was taken right after lunch today. We had gone down to the boat marina in Santa Barbara to eat, and then decided to go for a walk along the breakwater. We had noticed that the clouds were getting darker as we were eating, but thought we had plenty of time before the rain … Read More
Sometimes life just feels a bit chaotic — too many things coming from too many directions! There are people that thrive on lots of things happening all at the same time. I’m definitely not one of them! For me to feel calm and centered, I need to be connected to a quiet, peaceful place inside … Read More
