Tag Archives: truth
vulnerability
Being vulnerable is an intentional act or willingness to allow myself to experience pain despite having the option to avoid it. I’d much rather avoid pain, but it is part of my full human experience and a prerequisite to growth and … Continue reading
over-explaining
Stop over-explaining as a survival strategy. The impulse to explain yourself repeatedly often stems from a desire to feel safe, to avoid judgment, abandonment, or misinterpretation. But over-explaining rarely gets you the clarity you desire. Instead, practice stating your truth … Continue reading
truth or a lie
In many cases, a lie or a rumor told over time can morph into the truth. Also, by the time the lie or rumor is disproven, it may be too late. Where’s the truth? Some would say a rumor has … Continue reading
Meditate
“Don’t meditate to find peace. Meditate to meet reality. By meeting reality, you’ll develop clarity and acceptance. With clarity and acceptance, you’ll soften the need to run from what is true. By softening the need to run, you’ll find stillness. … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 