Well there isn't much to say that hasn’t already been said about the state of our union at this time with regard to Covid-19 ... and yet, is there still a little more? For this time of year always has been, and always will be, as Charles Dickens' wonderful ghosts reminded Ebenezer Scrooge, "a time of giving." A time to step outside of ourselves just a little more than usual and turn our gaze … [Read more...]
Social distancing. Not social isolating.
We all suffer in greater and lesser degrees from the coronavirus pandemic. Living in unknown territory has never been pleasant, even for the most fearless of us. We like certainty, predictability, routines, structure -- all of which provide a sense of control and efficacy in our daily lives. But THIS, this unseen silent hidden virus, which continues to show up just when things seem stable, … [Read more...]
Hypnosis beyond the mumbo-jumbo
When we hear the word "hypnosis," most of us first think of a gold watch swaying back and forth. An intense hypnotherapist stares into the eyes of the subject, slowly and steadily willing his patient into a trance. The patient surrenders control, eyes closed, oblivious of the surroundings or her behavior. The experience and the control remain in the hands of the hypnotherapist. Such a … [Read more...]
Fear can save your life — or ruin it
Fear is a strange and curious companion that we all encounter most days, to greater or lesser degrees. Touted in various articles and ads as an achievable goal is a state of "fearlessness." A noble quest. Fear as something to be conquered. The slogan goes something like, "Once you have conquered fear, you will reach the highest heights, overcome all manner of phobias. Get the guy; get the … [Read more...]
The second wave of communication
During the Civil War, soldiers flanked tightly in a line would march toward the enemy on the battlefield. Inevitably, so many would fall down -- dead or seriously injured. These historical images of waves of painful destruction imprinted on the minds and hearts of so many, even today. Sometimes conversations, especially with family members or close friends, result in exchanges where people feel … [Read more...]
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