Tag Archives: love

Todays the Day Celbrate

Posted on February 27, 2023 by msw blog

She wound bright ribbons around her friend’s doorknob. Positioned the balloons in a canopy over the walkway. Tucked a note under the doormat announcing, “You’re ready for this!” She had done what her mother used to do at the end … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged appreciation, Balloons, Belief, celebration, connection, Fanfare, friendship, gift ideas, happiness, honor, hope, joy, kindness, life, love, party, small acts | 5 Comments

Worried Parent

Posted on February 18, 2023 by msw blog

You often mention the need to exercise “compassionate detachment,” especially with adult children. I need advice on how to make that shift. There is a saying that being a parent is like having your heart wander around the world without … Continue reading →

Posted in Clinical Supervision, Reading | Tagged active listening, Adults, advice, children, choices, compassionate detachment, copying skills, experience, love, mental health and wellness, parenting, powerlessness, resilience, resources, self-assessment, worrying | Leave a comment

A Little Bit of Everything

Posted on February 17, 2023 by msw blog

I’m sorry I’m stupid,” my father mumbles. When he struggles to find a word or finish a sentence because of his dementia, he hides his embarrassment and frustration by making this heart-wrenching statement. “Dad, you are not stupid,” I automatically … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged Alzheimer's, caregiver, compassion, conversation, dementia, disability, Empathy, fatherhood, humor, incapacitated, incompetent, laughter, love, mental disorders, parenting, thankful | Leave a comment

Unshakable Faith

Posted on February 17, 2023 by msw blog

Are there ways in which your priorities are out of order? What changes do you think God might want you to make? I love You, dear God, and want You as my greatest love. Show me how I can become more … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged communication, Creation, decision, distractions, encouragement, faith, God, gratitude, happiness, inspiration, journey, life, love, mindfulness, nature, negative thoughts, praise, prayer, priorities, relationships, solitude | 3 Comments

Parenting Advice

Posted on February 16, 2023 by msw blog

Don’t spoil them. I don’t buy them all the things they ask for. Haley’s earning money to buy a dollhouse with chores. So far, she’s got $7. I instill it in my kids everyday: Work Matters. Know when you use … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged active listening, advice, allowance, attentive, Authentic Self, character, children, connection, family, leadership, life, love, Parenthood, parenting, protector, responsibilities, self awareness, spoil, thought, thoughts | Leave a comment

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