If you know me, you know that my dog, Sophie is usually with me. She’s a rescue, a Blue Healer mix, and such a love. I am very attuned to her. What does this mean? It means, I can...
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As the US pulled troops out of Afghanistan, we all watched in horror as people desperately tried to escape the country. Politics aside, the truth was unfolding before us that something had gone terribly wrong as this war had...
Once again a mass shooting has happened in the United States. Only this time it happened 20 minutes from my house. I read about the Atlanta shootings just days before, somewhat emotionally detached, if I’m honest. I’m not proud...
When we were children, we were dependent upon our parents for survival as we were not able to navigate the world without their help. We needed our parents to feed us, clothe us, and take care of us when we were sick. But...
Recently, I watched the movie Up with my family, which I hadn’t seen in years. Despite it being heart warming, humorous (Squirrel!), and entertaining, I was also touched by the wisdom that came through. The main character in the movie, an elderly man...
How NVC (Non-Violent Communication) and mindfulness practice are inter-connected.
My experience of losing my dog, Aby, of feeling grief, and trying to explain death to my six year old son.
We all want our children to treat others with kindness and respect. Teaching and modeling non-judgment is a key component to this!