Positive Transformational Change
All of us have at some time experienced a major change in our lives that leaves us feeling off-balance and scared. Each of these experiences presents us with an opportunity for positive transformational change. As with all experiences, how we perceive and respond to...
Reframing the Experience
My experience started when I found myself feeling lethargic, without energy, motivation or a sense of purpose. As someone who is usually self-directed, motivated, and focused, I was distressed. At first, I tried to force myself to work but that only intensified my...
Sitting in Ambiguity
Reframing my experience as a transition left me with a more positive outlook. But I was nonetheless uncomfortable with the uncertainty of not knowing where the transition was taking me. I wanted to end the discomfort by trying to analyze, define, and force an...
Being, Not Doing
In order to let the mud settle, I needed to start being instead of constantly doing. But, old habits are hard to break. Even though I didn't feel like writing, I decided to check my voicemail and email. There were no phones or Internet access in my cabin. So, I tried...
Being Mindful of Physical Sensations
While I was at the retreat center, I decided to pamper myself. I had a kink in my neck and shoulders that had been there fore a few weeks. I assumed that taking a few yoga classes would alleviate the pain, they didn't. So, I decided to take advantage of the massage...
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