Here I go, out on the risky limb of saying out loud: I’m so not in agreement with the current cultural narrative that Valentine’s Day is a good idea.

Who Called Who What?

One of the most challenging aspects of communication is becoming mindful of the things we say. If it is true that everything a person says and does is an attempt to meet a need, then knowing what our own needs are is critical for feeling satisfied in life and in our relationships. Yet, this kind of self-awareness about where we focus our attention when communicating seems elusive to many of us. In all kinds of situations.

Return to Factory Settings

I am reading (well, listening to) a book I am finding personally inspiring. Brené Brown’s Braving the Wilderness. That combined with being at Steve’s, a place where I tend to think about life, and it being the season of reflection —long nights, short and cold days which bring us inside for rest while we wait for the returning of the light, I awoke a few days ago with a new idea.

Ceremony

Thanksgiving in America is celebrated in a variety of ways. Some folks gather with family (people they love and some they don’t. Others celebrate with chosen family and friends. Some give thanks, others take the opportunity to shop like mad. And some do all of it. This year, it seems like we are being asked to shift who we spend the day with and how we spend our time.

inspiration, Sustainability, MindfulnessTerrie LewineNovember 24, 2020ceremony, thanksgiving, gratitude, ritual, holidays Comments

Use Your Words

We say this to kids a bunch, don’t we? I’m not sure it's the best advice. I’m thinking the kids are onto something more accurate.

It Isn't a Contest

When couples are challenged in their relationships and ask for help in finding ways to understand each other better, my coaching will be, “slow it down”. I will generally begin with asking three questions.

You're Out!

There was big drama in the US Open Tennis Championship just a few weeks ago. The number one player in the world forfeited and was ousted from a match. He was out of a tournament he was destined to win. One that was important to him.

How Much Does it Cost?

Whenever we buy something we consider the cost. Maybe you don’t have to actually ask because you can see a price tag, or you already know the cost if it is something you buy often. Yet it remains something you track on when making a purchase.

Relationships, Communication, MindfulnessTerrie LewineSeptember 29, 2020relationships, healthy communicaiton, needs, expectationsComment

Everyday Sacred

A friend of mine recently was using the space downstairs. We met to set up the music situation and he said to me, I don’t want to put my computer on your altar. I understood what he meant, we put the computer (which connected to the speakers) on the bottom shelf and everything worked perfectly. At the time I realized that I had a different perspective.

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