Archive for the ‘Personal Growth’ Category

Are You Focusing on Today’s Sunny Skies Or Tomorrow’s Storm?

Friday, January 16, 2009 5:00 1 Comment

Last week, I was driving around town, listening to a talk show on the radio, and I almost had to pull over because I was laughing so hard at the irony of the situation. Here’s a close approximation of what I heard:
“Thanks for calling Carol,” said Ted the radio show host? “How’re you doing today?”
“I’m [...]

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How Can We Support One Another in These Economic Times?

Wednesday, January 7, 2009 8:26 2 Comments

Last night, I returned to my favorite yoga class after a two-week hiatus. And boy, did it ever feel good! By the time we reached the mid-way mark, I already felt relaxed and energized. It was like my whole body was whispering thank you, God. While I have a daily yoga and meditation practice, I [...]

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Want to Feel Peaceful? Be Present and Let Go of Perfectionism

Monday, January 5, 2009 6:31 2 Comments

By Ellen H. Brown
For the past six years, my husband and I have been volunteering at a Pancake breakfast on New Year’s Day that benefits Heights Arts Collaborative, a local organization dedicated to cultivating a strong, diverse, and collaborative arts community. It’s a wonderful community event that seems to bring out the best in one [...]

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Ten Tips for Supercharging Your Goals

Friday, January 2, 2009 5:00 3 Comments

It’s that time of the year when so many of us are making New Year’s Resolutions or setting new goals. So, I thought I’d offer some tips to help you boost your chances of success. Listed below are 10 tips that have helped my clients (and me) navigate the winding road toward a more fulfilling [...]

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Whose Resolution Is That Anyway?

Wednesday, December 31, 2008 5:14 3 Comments

The other day, one of my clients sounded breathless as she rattled off her list of New Year’s Resolutions, which included losing weight, eating healthier, starting an exercise program, and finding a better paying job.   When she ended her list with a deep sigh. I couldn’t help but think she sounded defeated and worn out [...]

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The Nice Jewish Girl Prepares Christmas Dinner

Wednesday, December 24, 2008 5:00 4 Comments

Tonight my husband, Jeff, and I are heading off to my in-laws, for Christmas on Wheels. I like to call it Christmas on Wheels because we’re preparing the dinner and driving it over to my in-laws’. We’re doing that for a couple reasons. For one thing, my mother in law has been cooking Christmas dinner [...]

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