More Self-Care, Less Rush Rush Stress and Anxiety
I am still learning about self-care and self-love. I mean, I know what those things mean, and I'm getting better and being kind to myself in all of my moods…
You Are Loved: A Meditation on Self-love and Self-awareness
Hold yourself in the highest regard. When you try these affirmations, listen to what comes back from your own thoughts. If there are contradictions, be gentle with them. Be gentle with yourself.
If You’re Happy and You Know It: Our Spiritual Connection w/ Each Other
My recovery focused on a lot of supportive activities and rituals. The Al-anon meetings provided a healthy and spiritual community for me to stay connected. My Al-anon sponsor continued to show up in my life as a guide and cheerleader.
Depression is for Everyone: Managing Moods is the Trick
Depression is truly a soul killer. And it might be a slippery slope towards suicide if we don't get a handle on it, both personally and as a society.
The Emotional Cost of Divorce is High for Everyone
Namasté to my ex-wife and her husband. And congratulations, I guess you got what you wanted when you asked for a divorce. You won.
Single Dad Writes to his 16-year-old Daughter About the Divorce
In the final settlement, I got something called the Standard Possession Order, which amounts to a split of time that works out to 30% for the dad, 70% for the mom. I was losing 2/3 of my time with you and your brother. My biggest fear was coming true.
A Relationship Fable: Am I Addicted to Touch?
Some questions about touch, sex, and my emotional intelligence: Do I need a woman? Would I be okay alone? Why is it so hard on my core personality to be alone? Am I addicted to love, or physical touch?
Online Dating Optimized – The Next Chapter of Dating After Divorce
In a seemingly random and brutal series of events, my life began a transformative reorientation. I was praying as hard as I could. I was working an entry-level job (that I loved by the way) at a local specialty grocery store, and... horror of all horrors was/am living with my 85 yo, mom.
