Category Archives: Reflections
Financial Trauma
Healing money trauma feels like a deep sigh and a burst of freedom.
Representation
“I don’t look like the other elected officials in the building. In fact, I was told that I should cut my hair and assimilate. But I know that we have to represent a new model of what legislators can look … Continue reading
The Truth Tellers’
Stories change our HEARTS, EXPAND our WORLDS, and CHALLENGE what was. STORYTELLERS have always threatened those in POWER, but TODAY the stakes are dire, as book bands and library CENSURES INCREASE across the United States. NO ONE has been able … Continue reading
Dance & Play
Dance. If exercise is not your thing, simply put on some music and dance. It will reduce stress and release the “happy” hormone serotonin. Play. A sure way to get unstuck is play. Choose a partner and activity you enjoy such as frisbee, ping-pong … Continue reading
Savor
Sometimes structure steals true joy. I know I’ve missed savoring a worthy moment because I was busy planning a perfect one…a moment savored says to our soul. You have lived something beautiful. And it keeps you buoyed. It sustains you … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 