Rather than …
Every year many of us focus on things we don’t like about ourselves and vow to change those things. We sign up with a fitness studio. Begin a new diet that – we are certain – is going to work this time. Join a new…
Rationalizing
I’m isolating at the moment in preparation for an operation – not life-threatening, but necessary. During the overall period this year of social distancing, I’ve picked up jogging again as a way of keeping physically healthy. But in isolation, this isn’t possible. Physical activity is…
Our teachers
When you think back on the most memorable and far-reaching lessons you’ve learned in your life, who was your teacher? Was it someone you admired? Someone you looked up to and wanted to emulate? Or, was it someone you didn’t want to know? Someone who…
Reaching out
I had a friend reminisce today about the “good old days” of her youth, where nothing bothered her. She wanted that feeling back. I heard that Canada’s borders will remain largely closed, wishing for more flexibility while agreeing that it’s best to remain cautions. The…
How to set yourself up for success
To truly understand how to set yourself up for success, you must first understand how you set yourself up for failure. Do you procrastinate? Make unrealistic deadlines? Stuff too much into a day? Try to do everything everyone else wants before you look at what…
I believe you
I believe you. A simple and clear phrase that is the difference between feeling included and seen, or if not said, excluded, invisible and alone. I didn’t see you across the street. … I am so sorry that I let you down. … I…