We are not the summation of our emotions, yet we often attach our identities to our emotions as if that is the definition of who we are. We experience our emotions, but they are not us. It is more correct to say, “That person is frequently experiencing anger," than to say "That person is always angry.” Looking at it from that perspective can give us more compassion for others and ourselves. Emotions are incredibly fickle
After several years of working from home in front of a computer all day, and having the stress of being a single mom of two children, my health began to decline. I tried to eat healthy, but my energy was getting zapped and I didn’t have the motivation to exercise. I was frequently getting headaches, at least once a month, but usually more like once a week, and the headaches could last for days on
Two friends went for a walk down by the lake. The first friend was soaking in the scent of the beautiful flowers along the path while watching the bees buzzing around the flowers to pollinate. There was a gentle, calming breeze that lightly brushed the skin on their faces, making the first friend pausing to breathe in the moment and enjoy the sensation. The sun began to set causing a reflection so stunning it made
