Stephen R. Covey’s powerful statement, “listen to understand rather than to reply,” encapsulates a profound truth about the art of communication. In a world brimming with constant noise and distractions, it’s easy to fall into the trap of merely hearing words while concocting our responses. However, true diplomacy arises from an authentic effort to comprehendContinue reading “Master the Art of Listening to Foster Understanding”
Category Archives: Contribution
If You Could Change Anything in Your Life…?
This morning I was sipping my coffee and I realized I had not read or written in my journals lately. I have a few and many I have stored over time. Some I began in the 1990’s. Yes, I still have them! Every now and then I like to go back and read them again.Continue reading “If You Could Change Anything in Your Life…?”
Memorial Day is NOT Just a Three Day Weekend!
For many people in this country, the upcoming Memorial Day is about having a three-day weekend to bar-b-que, have friends over, go on a short vacation or just relax. Retail stores, outlets and places to purchase treasures are all having those notorious Memorial Day Sales events where we can buy things at 20% off orContinue reading “Memorial Day is NOT Just a Three Day Weekend!”
What is an “Old Soul”?
I hear the term “old soul” flipped around a lot lately. I think it has been an indication that I need clarification. I love clarity. It means “clear seeing”. It moves the fog away from life and allows us to see things through the eyes of truth and wisdom. I had to really consider howContinue reading “What is an “Old Soul”?”
Returning to Your Authentic Self
Some time ago I sat quietly and listened to a heart broken client express, “I don’t know who I am anymore, and I have no idea where I am going.” Tearfully she explained how her life had been slowly going through a change. One day she woke up and nothing felt right for her anyContinue reading “Returning to Your Authentic Self”
Being Bruised
Lately, I have noticed bruises pop up on my body seemingly out of nowhere. It’s been happening for more than a month now. Even where my arm has felt trauma from injections for a recent biopsy, the bruising has been more than I usually would have. I thought maybe I’ve lacked a vitamin or something,Continue reading “Being Bruised”
