What is Enlightened Criticism?
We live in a day and age where criticism is everywhere- what you should look like, how you should dress, your preferences, your likes and dislikes. Sometimes it seems you just can't win. Some people are just plain flat out rude and hurtful, and put simply, "know-it-alls". You know who they are, and they always have something to say or comment on. But, isn't it funny how these people who launch criticisms at you, often violate their own rules? What am I talking about? I am tal
Coping with Loss: Healing and Redemption
I want to talk to you about something very interesting, but maybe difficult to comprehend. I touched upon this in my last blog, but it has to do with the idea of embracing difficulties. None of us likes or welcomes difficulties, why would we? You already know the kinds of unwanted thoughts and feelings difficulties arouse in you. The pain of difficulty is very real. But have you ever sat back and actually thought about the purpose of difficulty? Sometimes looking back at thin
Weathering the Storms: Cleansing Negativity through Sacrifice
Hi Everyone! With hurricane Irma upon us, many of us in Florida are instilled with panic and fear! Unfortunately, we are faced with the impending doom of the potential loss of many of our possessions. Anxiety over separation from our comforts and attachments invite an unwelcomed sense of negativity to grow within us, as we grapple with an uncertain future in the days and possibly weeks ahead! I know that many of you have been glued to your TV sets wondering where the path of
Hurricane Health & Snack Tips
Hi Everyone! As Hurricane Irma approaches Florida, we are all hurrying to make preparations. Hurricane circumstances and anxiety can make us gravitate to packaged snacks and comfort food! Here are a few ways you can stay calm and healthy during these stressful times! 10 Food and Snack Tips Try dried fruits such as dried cherries, mango, raisins, cranberries. Dried vegetables are also very good. Mixed nuts are a wonderful and healthy snack, such as almonds, peanuts, cashews. B
