Where Are You On The Ladder of Selves?
The “ladder of selves” was a concept of British philosopher, Colin Wilson. It is an excellent metaphor for how our mood effects our relationships with others and how we experience…
Read MoreWhat Can You Do If You Are In An Abusive Relationship?
Does your spouse treat you with indifference or worse? Do you feel invisible? Have you been asking yourself whether you should stay or go? Do you wonder if you have…
Read MoreA Story About Becoming Yourself
Do you have a desire to make a change in your life or follow a dream, but for whatever reason, you feel obliged to stay on your current path? If…
Read MoreWhen is Enough, Enough?
I wish there was an easy, multiple choice test a person could take to determine if it is time to leave a relationship, change jobs, close a business, walk away…
Read MoreObstacles In Your Life Are Not As Real As They Appear
You know that message that is written on the side-view mirror of your car? The one that says “objects in mirror appear closer than they are”. Like the objects in…
Read MoreWhat Are You Struggling With?
What are you struggling with today? Are you feeling unappreciated? Do you hate your job? Are you upset with your children or another family member? Are you surrounded by people…
Read MoreWe Have Very Little Control Over Life
Life is a constant unfolding of events, circumstances and relationships. I’m sure you’ve heard it said that the only guarantee in life is that there are no guarantees. You may…
Read MoreNot My Circus, Not My Monkeys.
Recently, I sent the old polish proverb, “Not my circus, not my monkeys.” in a text message, to a close friend who was struggling to maintain her inner peace in the midst…
Read MoreShould I Tell My Spouse I Am Thinking About Divorce?
Whether or not you should let your spouse know you are thinking about divorce, depends on your individual situation and the results you expect from that confession. You might…
Read MoreAre You Ignoring An Open Window?
Or, trying harder is not always the answer to challenges. Trying harder is not always the answer. Have you ever watched a flying insect, trapped inside your car, as it tried to…
Read MoreTo Divorce Or Not To Divorce… Either Way, It Takes Courage.
Between our own inner thoughts and the mixed messages we receive from our family, religious organizations and society, it is not surprising that we can feel confused about what to…
Read MorePainful Memories Belong In The Past
A few days ago, I received a letter from an attorney’s office. The letter informed me that I owed $3,000 to a Property Owner’s Association for assessment fees on a…
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