If you are anything like me, you hold yourself and others to ridiculously high standards that no one can ever meet. Years ago, perfectionism was respected and admired, but now it is seen for what it is: unhealthy. I have adopted a new way of living: progress, not perfection. As long as I am working [...]
If you’re anything like me, you live with a lot of fear. Many of us do. I can become overwhelmed quickly and feel anxious about the simplest things. However, recently, I forgot to be afraid, and here is what happened. Forgetting is Letting Go My daughter asked for my help with a project for school. [...]
We all struggle daily with a lot of challenges. Finding peace can feel more remote than ever before. Thankfully, I have found a solution to feel peaceful even amid the chaos: radical acceptance. Mindful Living for Peace Mindful living means slowing down and living each moment to its fullest. It’s not easy. I meditate at [...]
It's hard for anyone to step easily into another person's shoes and truly understand their perspective. I have learned this lesson often, sometimes painfully. Witness on Social Media I recently witnessed someone else learning the "until it happened to me" lesson the hard way. I don't love the Nextdoor app. It has its purpose, and [...]
