We live in the Seattle area of the United States, which is where the Corona-virus first appeared in our country. For several weeks we have had time to make healthy choices and adapt to this new world, including canceling some of our programs and going virtual for others. We are witnessing extreme disruption to all […]
We have a friend who tells the story of driving one day and seeing a billboard sign advertising: “Self Storage.” As he kept driving, he thought, “Hmm… maybe that is where I stored myself!” What a distressing metaphor for what many of us do with our lives. We can easily hide or lock away the […]
We all have experienced triggers. Something happens, usually something small, and you suddenly feel flushed and a ball of nerves. It may have been a puzzling look from your boss, and you immediately feel your whole body react. Or, a speeding car cuts you off and you hear yourself shout an obscenity. All human beings […]
Most people think that their thoughts arise from external events and circumstances. Here are examples of how most of us talk about events, as though the event itself is the cause of our feelings: “The traffic jam made me angry.” “My cancelled flight really frustrated me.” “You make me upset when you don’t do your […]
Today is February 14th – Valentine’s Day – a day in which many people share cards, flowers and sweet symbols of endearment. So, it is symbolic for us to share a recent story of David’s “healing heart.” Exactly one month ago, on January 14th, I (David) experienced a heart attack. The day before, I had arrived […]