Category Archives: Reflections
ups and downs of menopause
Mindfulness teacher and women’s health expert Cara Bradley offers these five tips for mindful women to help them ride the ups and downs of menopause with a growth mindset: Embrace Change: See menopause as a natural part of life’s journey.Learn What to … Continue reading
Wisdom
Dear God, grant me the wisdom to slow down, the grace to cherish the ordinary moments, and the courage to live with purpose, love, and joy. Help me to see my worth not in my work, but in the love … Continue reading
Know that it’s not all-or-nothing
If you want to meditate every night before bed but end up doing it for only five nights, you can decide that this counts as a win. “It’s so you can forgive yourself when something inevitably does come up and … Continue reading
The Daily Examen
Follows a simple five-step format: I. Become aware of God’s presence.Review the events of the day, asking God to bring clarity to his presence. II. Review the day with gratitude.Walk through your day with God, focusing on the gifts, joys, and delights. … Continue reading
Charting a New Path
“Charting a different path begins with reprogramming our thinking. We’ve been lied to. Misled into believing our power is derived from money or proximity to whiteness, when that couldn’t be further from the truth. Our power is derived from our … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 