Tag Archives: inspiration
Present
In what moment from your life have you felt truly present? A summer beach trip with friends from college. We got up early to watch the sunrise on the beach. We sat in silence, but being in the presence of … Continue reading
Over the Border
In what moment from your life have you felt truly present? My dad was the last to say goodbye to my mom. He sat on the edge of her bed and started repeating a saying he used several times: In … Continue reading
Abandon Books
What book did you feel you were supposed to like, and didn’t? Do you remember the last book you put down without finishing? I abandon books all the time. I won’t name them because that feels like tacitly implying it’s … Continue reading
Progress
Reflect on your progress. Social psychologist and leading researcher on the science of motivation Ayelet Fishbach says that looking back at what you’ve already done can reaffirm your commitment to your resolution. Looking at what remains can be overwhelming and … Continue reading
Trust in Grief
I lost my mom and dad pretty much within a year plus two of my best friends. My elder son just died by suicide. It can be total turmoil inside. You want to talk, but sometimes you don’t know the … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 