Love At Any Age
“I never expected to feel this happy.” -Darlene, 83
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Why the holidays are hard for some people
The holidays are some people’s favorite time of year. For others, they want to hibernate until mid-January. Here’s how to get through today.
No More Violence Or Mass Shooting
Why do you think we have so much hatred, violence and occurrences of gun violence? What can we each do to help conquer this?
Tom Petty Felt Like My Friend
Tom Petty, the great American legend and musician, has been incredibly influential in my life. It’s felt like he’s been my friend. Please read my short tribute to him.
Turning Toward Each Other
How do you know when your partner wants to get close? How do you know when you feel distant? What are the “bids” (requests) you make for intimacy? This essay is about the process of “getting” what your partner is trying to tell you — so you can become closer and turn toward each other.
The Other Side of Suicide
I asked him if he was suicidal. He paused and answered yes. This post is about what it’s like to talk to someone who’s suicidal — and to pay attention from the perspective of someone who feels hopeless.
A Most Special Person, My Grandma
Here’s a tribute and letter to my younger self reminding me that it’s going to be okay when my Grandma dies.
Listening With Your Heart
What does it mean to listen with your heart? How can you improve your listening skills?
Permanently Loving The Temporary: Letting Go of Control
As a recovering perfectionist, I have been experimenting with non-attachment. After years of studying, I have finally realized how to live without letting outcomes control me. Here’s a new blog post.
Lazy Dating
I’ve been noticing a lot of laziness in the dating world, both from men and women. Everyone says they’re looking for find someone, but when it’s time to push our limits, we often retreat or rely on the easy way. What do you think?
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