I once believed that a partner was truly in need and I tried everything to help them out. I gave it my all even when they gave nothing and quite frankly were very abusive in the process – verbally, financially, and definitely emotionally. I was “sure” that they would come …
Summer of 1997, I lived in Waikiki Beach working as an environmental contractor for the US Air Force. The flight path to Honolulu’s airport ran above the beach. I would sit and contemplate those incredible winged metal tubes cruising through the sky. People going home. People leaving home. Some had …
You have them. I have them. We all have them. <<Coping Mechanisms>> Which ones are you still holding on to after the pain or trauma has gone? Which ones are no longer serving you? Which ones keep you in the habit of maintaining destructive thoughts or behaviors? What do you …
This is it. This is the day to say goodbye. Bid farewell to anything or anyone no longer feeding your heart and soul. Toss with glee or just walk away in silence. You can’t go wrong. Let things go. Feel the pressure lift. Enjoy the freedom. Goodbye past. Hello future! …
All I ever wanted was To Love and Be Loved. Did I ever think that I could have it? Yes, privately. Somewhere in the depths of my soul. But there was always doubt. Did I think I deserved it? Great question. No. I mean kinda. It was always such an …
Whether things are good or bad many of us continue to seek a distraction. Are we just so distraught that we need something more? To make us feel better? Are we just so happy that enough isn’t enough? Because we want more? Whatever it is that you’re seeking a distraction …
Dating advice to my single friends. If you see any of these characteristics in someone – Run‼️ (Please screenshot this for future reference)🚩No real longtime friends🚩No real job (despite degree or training) and/or insists they must be self-employed🚩No real assets (nice car is not an asset)🚩Outstanding/ongoing anger issues with anyone …
Walking in my neighborhood this morning I saw some graffiti that stopped me in my tracks. The depth and truth of the simple statement struck me deeply. What are we refusing to see in our own lives? What are we refusing to see in the world? What are we too …
As we slide out of summer activities and into fall, now is the perfect time to check in with ourselves. Are you ok? At home? With work? With friends? With family? With your intimate partner(s)? If not, it’s okay to prioritize your own health, happiness, and needs.
