“You are not your thoughts!” You’ve probably heard that before. And it’s so true! Thoughts arise, totally unexpectedly, totally unasked for. Does the thought support you? Does it help you? Or are they thoughts that paralyze you, hinder you or work against you? Most people have thoughts that hinder them. … Continue reading →
“It’s your fault! You should have paid attention!” “Because of you, we’re too late now!” “Why isn’t it finished yet? You were supposed to make sure that it was ready!” Blamers always see other people’s mistakes everywhere and forget their own part. For example, at weddings where brides are trying … Continue reading →
Silence, isn’t that just wonderful. Very quiet, ssssshhh, you hear nothing at all. It is so quiet that you notice it. Delightful, how peaceful. What an oasis. What a – deep sigh — moment to be with yourself. Nothing at all. Peace. Silence. You become aware of your body, of … Continue reading →
Lungs are wonderful! If you were to spread them out completely, with all of the little pockets, the total surface of your lungs appears to be as large as half a tennis court! Incredibly large! And inside, they look like the kind of sponge you sometimes see at sea. A … Continue reading →
Small children are visible! And audible! And continuously ask for your attention. I’m here! Do you see me? I want attention! If you have (had) small children or grandchildren, then you know how it is. After a day with small ones, you’re usually exhausted and glad when they’re sleeping again. … Continue reading →
What people report to me is amazing. They say that their skin problems disappear (warts, eczema, acne) or that sleeping problems go away; falling asleep as well as sleeping through the night improve and sometimes even sleep apnea disappears. I hear about diseases that clear up or heal. Many stories … Continue reading →
Yesterday I went with a friend to the hospital. What an overwhelming experience! The smell as you walk in. The maze of hallways and signs. Seriously ill patients being taken around in their beds. The hairdresser with wigs in the window display. The stress that exudes from so many people. … Continue reading →
Grandma gives you one of those itchy hand knit sweaters. You don’t like it, you don’t feel comfortable in it and yet, you still have to be thankful for it. “Shouldn’t you thank your Grandmother?” “Thank you Grandma,” you say dutifully. Gratitude feels uncomfortable to many people. The feeling that … Continue reading →
Not being able to forgive yourself is the most poisonous thing there is. Berating yourself, punishing yourself such as, “Nothing I do is good, it’s my fault”, “If I hadn’t been here, it would have gone well”, “If only I hadn’t been born”, “Sorry for my existence”. These are strong … Continue reading →
“Your brother says that you broke this statue. Did you?” “No.” “Oh, come one, you always break things. Think again, did you let it fall by accident?” “There’s a ghost in my room!” “Oh, go to sleep, there’s nothing there!” Click, light on. “See, there’s nothing. Now go to sleep … Continue reading →
