Last week we encouraged you to create your “2020 Vision.” In that essay we wrote about the relationship between outcomes and goals. You might have asked, “What’s the difference between an outcome and a goal? Aren’t they the same thing?” Well, yes and no. Goal setting is a valuable practice that helps you stay on […]
Across cultures, religions, and continents, this time of year is a universal season of gift giving. In the Western world the holiday season begins months ahead and the rushing and buying can add to an already manic pace of modern life. With the hurrying around and dashing about, please pause for a moment, now, to […]
This week we introduce the notion of falling into a Victim relationship with food during the holidays. The co-author is Donna’s daughter, McKenzie Zajonc, MS, CN, LMHC. She is clinically trained in Whole Foods Nutrition and Psychology and her practice is committed to helping clients live their most nutritious lives. You may find McKenzie at […]
Have you ever stepped back and reflected on the tone and quality of the conversations you have with coworkers, friends, or family members? It’s amazing how much time and effort goes into talking about what’s wrong with this, or what we don’t like about that. We call such interactions the “Kinship of Victimhood.” One definition […]
Do you feel uncomfortable when conflicts arise? If so, you may avoid a conflict like the plague and retreat, feeling powerless and victimized by the situation which, of course, places you in the Victim role of the Dreaded Drama Triangle (DDT). A second way to deal with conflict may be your desire to control the situation and aggress against […]