Tag: Healing
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What does “Being Present” Mean?
Being mindful or present is a simple thing, but it might not be a natural thing. It is being where you are, in your body. Noticing what is happening only, not what might happen. Without realizing it, we often get in this state of presence when we are engulfed in an activity, feel happy, or…
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I Wish I Could Give All I’m Longing to Give
I’ve been having a bit of deja vu with several of my clients recently- they have independently made similar statements about their belief that we are put here to help other people. I think this is one of those universal human desires- to be productive, to make a difference, to matter, to be a part…
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Challenging Unhealthy Thoughts
My way of approaching unhealthy thoughts and beliefs is in line with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. But what do all those words mean? Mindfulness is the skill of observing your mind without judging it, and becoming present. The cognitive part is what addresses specific unhealthy thought patterns or beliefs. Together, they are a very powerful combo…
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Reflections on The Book of Forgiving
The Book of Forgiving– The Fourfold Path for Healing Ourselves and Our World, by Desmond and Mpho Tutu is a book I have had on my shelf for many years. I would read a few chapters, and then put it back. Not because it wasn’t good, quite the contrary. It’s because as I read about…
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Intimacy with Self, Intimacy with Life
Intimacy is a word that people associate with couples- and it belongs in that realm of course- but the use of the word can be applied to any type of relationship. For example, I imagine someone who’s been taking the same hike for the last 10 years has an intimacy with that specific trail, watching…
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Competing Needs in Relationship
A disclaimer: this blog article is NOT intended for those in abusive relationships. This is from the perspective that a relationship is healthy where both partners are trying to do their best to be supportive and navigate conflict. One of the worst feelings is when you get into conflict with a partner. It’s like the…
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The Paradox of Remembering Your Story and Letting Go
When a painful event happens, it is normal to have an urge to ignore its impact. Sometimes we think this is just “letting go” or “getting over it.” We can go years without exploring the emotions associated and think that whatever happened didn’t really affect us all that much. But our behavior tells a different…
Katheryn Kiker 