Understanding Anger: A Path to Compassion

I once viewed anger as a negative emotion to be suppressed or avoided. However, I've come to recognize it as a valid and natural response, often linked to deeper feelings of fear and sadness. My experiences as a parent have pushed me to explore the roots of my anger, revealing, yet again,  that my children… Continue reading Understanding Anger: A Path to Compassion

CROSSROADS

When I was a younger adult, I had my daughter and found myself raising her alone. I was “just a waitress” according to some people. I worked in a steakhouse that served mainly business clientele. I believed that these people were educated, successful and respected. I knew I wanted to go back to school and… Continue reading CROSSROADS

Marbles

She had read an article about trust and the marble jar. The author quoted Brene Brown: «Whenever someone supports you, or is kind to you, or sticks up for you, or honors what you share with them as private, you put marbles in the jar. When people are mean, or disrespectful, or share your secrets,… Continue reading Marbles

Powerlessness, resistance and hope

There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called Yesterday and the other is called Tomorrow. Today is the right day to Love, Believe, Do and mostly Live.”  Dalai Lama XIV. Such a beautiful quote., she thought to herself. Yes, this is the ultimate goal, to be able… Continue reading Powerlessness, resistance and hope

The value of contrast

What have I been reflecting upon this week? Work. It has not been an easy time; long hours, multi-tasking, managing people, listening, navigating politics and feeling stressed. In short, a lot of contrast.  I am also in line for a promotion at work. It was suggested that, while I may deserve it, I probably will… Continue reading The value of contrast