Author Archives: msw blog
Breakthrough
You’re not going to break down, you’re going to BREAKTHROUGH. You’re not going to fail; you’re going to FULFILL. You’re not going to lose; you’re going to WIN. You don’t live by the expectation of others; you LIVE BY THE … Continue reading
Meditate
“Don’t meditate to find peace. Meditate to meet reality. By meeting reality, you’ll develop clarity and acceptance. With clarity and acceptance, you’ll soften the need to run from what is true. By softening the need to run, you’ll find stillness. … Continue reading
The Pride
The Pride (372 pages, 2005, fiction) by Wallace Ford. I know it’s what inside those counts, but I felt this book should have been leather bound, and the title written in gold leaf in a fancy script. The original cover … Continue reading
5 Expert-Backed Strategies to Reduce Guilt:
Accept That Guilt Will Happen: No caregiver is guilt-free. It’s part of caring. Give Up the Rescue Fantasy: Doing your best is enough. Maintain Balance: Protect your other relationships and social life. Tolerate Mixed Feelings: Anger and frustration is normal. Don’t beat yourself up. Find … Continue reading
Retirement
I will turn 65 in a few months and have announced my plans to retire. I have a long list of things I want to do, and after 50 years of employment and saving, I am well situated for these … Continue reading