Tag Archives: compassion
Thanksgiving, Food Bank Edition
The Thurston County Food Bank faces a turkey shortage this week after nearly 4,000 families registered for a free Thanksgiving basket. The food bank buys its turkeys in July to ensure there are enough to go around, but about 800 … Continue reading
Clearing the Hurdles
“The federal government defines homeless children as those lacking a fixed, regular, and adequate night time residence to include those living in shelters, transitional housing, cars, campgrounds, motels, or sharing temporary housing with others.” I recently accepted a consulting position … Continue reading
The Power of Mindfulness
{Preparation 10 (Passion +Persistence)} + {Connection 10 (Compassion +Courage)} + {Excellence 10 (Achievement + Wisdom)} =Power {P110 (P2+P3)} + {C110 (C2+C3)} + {E10 (A+W)} = Power Follow your passion with persistence, magnified by intense preparation. Use compassion and courage to … Continue reading
Myths of a Therapist
“You know when I cried last? Do you know why I cried last? Do you know how it feels to be alone? Do you know why I sleep late everyday? Do you know how it feels when people bitch? Ever … Continue reading
Random Act of Kindness
Abby took me to a fabulous brunch and we both spotted the sign on the menu (if you can’t view the picture, it reads “We believe everyone deserves a warm healthy, organic meal. Harlow offers the Mighty Bowl on a … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 