Tag Archives: wisdom

Journaling

“Journaling is a space where I can write it all down. I can get my thoughts out, unload my brain from the day and see what’s actually going on in my soul. It’s a practical way to unburden my mind … Continue reading →

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Worthy of Rescue

Do not try to savethe whole worldor do anything grandiose.Instead, createa clearingin the dense forestof your lifeand wait therepatiently,until the songthat is your lifefalls into your own cupped handsand you recognize and greet it.Only then will you knowhow to give … Continue reading →

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Negative Emotions

If you feel overwhelmed with negative emotions and you’re not sure why you feel that way. Observe and describe the emotion passing through you and label its intensity. Maybe you’re feeling dejected and you’re at a 3 on a 0 … Continue reading →

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Toolbox

It’s funny: I always imagined when I was a kid that adults had some kind of inner toolbox, full of shiny tools: the saw of discernment, the hammer of wisdom, the sandpaper of patience. But then when I grew up … Continue reading →

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Soul Food

Soul Food 105 Inspirational Stories for African Americans by Eric V. Copage is a literary collage of stories, poetry, and fables in a chicken-soupish volume that provides a wonderful, delightful, powerful hearty buffet of inspiration in bite-size morsels. “Most are no more than one thousand words … Continue reading →

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