I had a dream that I was at a university, and the students had been split in half and placed into two opposing groups. đź‘Ąđź‘Ą My group was to “protect the school buildings” and confront and nullify the opposing group, … Continue reading →
The sound of the Whitewater River feels mesmerizing, and here I sit, watching the sun descend, peaceful yet excited. Excited because I had some time with my nephews, who are old enough to be independent and fun, yet just young … Continue reading →
Kids Are So Fun! “We get to stay in a hotel tonight” A young girl, maybe around 5 or 6, announced to me excitedly, her small suitcase and bear in hand as her parents unloaded the car in the parking … Continue reading →
This is big. I had a dream last Wednesday, after seeing a memory pop up on Facebook that I had moved to Sweden 6 years ago. I left with no job lined up (or work permit.). Nowhere to live. Only … Continue reading →
Breaking up with someone is never easy, but when it comes to any kind of relationship it is crucial for both parties to end it with compassion and respect. This article offers guidance on how to navigate the delicate process … Continue reading →
Definition of Trauma Let’s start with the American Psychological Association’s definition of trauma. trauma n. 1. any disturbing experience that results in significant fear, helplessness, dissociation, confusion, or other disruptive feelings intense enough to have a long-lasting negative effect on a person’s … Continue reading →
“To be fully seen by somebody… and be loved anyhow—this is a human offering that can border on miraculous.” Elizabeth Gilbert, Committed: A Skeptic Makes Peace with Marriage~ People Are So Rude… Imagine with me for a moment… We have a … Continue reading →
“To understand the sensory life of a society one must look at the cultural values that inform its ways of sensing the world. The history of the touch involves not just a search for experience, but for meaning.” -Constance Classen, … Continue reading →
It Takes Courage to Love Growing up in the country I had two really close friends. We were the three amigos; tomboys who sat boldly at the end of the lunch table by ourselves. You know, the girls running around … Continue reading →
