“With a daily ritual of self-care, an inner worthiness begins to blossom. Once it does you will find the courage to act in ways that are self-expressive and self-protective. You will start caring for each part of yourself with a fierce and tender concern.” ~Alice Domar Over the…
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“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” ~Leo Buscaglia Have you experienced an act of kindness from someone that transformed…
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“The practice of forgiveness is our most important contribution to the healing of the world.” ~Marianne Williamson Forgiveness. What is the first thing or person that comes to your mind when you read this word? Now take a moment to intentionally breathe in and out. Notice how you are…
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"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow." ~Mary Anne Radmacher In speaking to clients, a common theme I hear regularly is how difficult it is to let go of the belief that they “should” be…
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“Always look for the good things in life: the world is wonderful, it’s full of beauty and miracles.” ~ Alice Herz-Sommer I heard an inspiring piece on National Public Radio about Alice Herz-Sommer, the oldest known Holocaust survivor who died at the age of 110. What really stood out to me…
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“Sometimes in the waves of change we find our true direction.” ~Unknown There have been some amazing waves crashing onto the Southern Californian beaches this past week. The recent full moon has increased the size and intensity of the waves and brought a powerful riptide pulling the water back out.…
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“Gratitude is my life raft.” ~Alan Kaufman I love this quote by Alan Kaufman, for indeed gratitude has also been my life raft for years and literally saved my life. I know this statement may sound dramatic to some of you, but after caring for a child with chronic health…
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“The truth is: Belonging starts with self-acceptance. Your level of belonging, in fact, can never be greater than your level of self-acceptance, because believing that you're enough is what gives you the courage to be authentic, vulnerable and imperfect.” ~Brene Brown We all have a deep need to belong, to be…
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“Laughter is an instant vacation.” ~ Milton Berle Being on vacation a few weeks ago in Washington, D.C. was deeply rejuvenating and nourishing! I spent time each day writing and time exploring the Capitol. I had forgotten how much I love exploring and having adventures. I am so deeply grateful…
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