Tag Archives: calm

Thank you

I have found a neat trick for dealing with intrusive or unwanted thoughts; I find something for which to say “thank you.” When I remember falling, hospitals, pain, I say “thank you that I am save right now.” When I … Continue reading

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Freedom and control

Years ago, I dreamed that my friend and I were trying to keep our balance on a stormy sea. We were standing facing each other, holding hands, both continuously shifting weight from one leg to the other. In constant motion, … Continue reading

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Lessons in speaking from the heart

I used to be an expert in silencing my own heart. It feels a bit pretentious that I should now be writing a blogpost claiming to teach people some ‘lessons in speaking from the heart.’ (Just like my previous post … Continue reading

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