Tag Archives: kindness

Wisdom

Posted on December 17, 2024 by msw blog

Boxer Mike Tyson famously said, “Everybody has a plan, until they get punched ….” Punches are inevitable. But I do believe I’ve learned some universal truths that might soften the blows. They are: Show up for people. Be gentle with … Continue reading →

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Self-Compassion

Posted on December 16, 2024 by msw blog

Self-compassion is letting yourself off the hook, letting yourself be human and flawed and also amazing. It’s giving yourself credit for showing up instead of beating yourself up for taking so long to get there.The best way to start practicing … Continue reading →

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Best Gift

Posted on December 8, 2024 by msw blog

The most meaningful gifts I have ever received are anonymous handwritten notecards in my mailbox, a book anonymously left on my porch with a sweet message written inside the front cover, and a surprise delivery from a bakery from an … Continue reading →

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Real Life Rants

Posted on December 6, 2024 by msw blog

RANT to the northern lights for only showing up at night when most of us are asleep. It would be much more convenient if they showed up in the middle of the day. RANT to people who either ignore or can’t … Continue reading →

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The Gift of Giving

Posted on December 3, 2024 by msw blog

My mother was an excellent cook an taught my siblings and me everything she could so we would be self-sufficient. As she got older, she didn’t want material gifts, so one year my husband and I gifted her a day … Continue reading →

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