The Ties that Bind?
What is it about human nature that, unlike Divine nature, finds it so easy to focus on differences and make those who are different into the "other" (and often an other who is considered in some way less than)? I was distressed to read an article in the New York Times...
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...
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