I’ve recently had great success in punishing myself. Not in a shaming, destructive way. But, in the way a loving parent encourages a child by setting consequences. The reason was my seeming inability to adopt healthier choices with any consistency. Let me preface this by saying that I have no problem showing up for you or other outside commitments that I’ve made. However, when … Continue reading
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I call the desert home. And similarly to after dinner dessert, that is sweet and satisfying, the desert I live in has many treasures. I was recently asked — compared to other places I’ve lived — what is my favorite characteristic specific to Arizona? It took a moment and then I knew without a doubt it is the unique desert sounds, specifically the birds. The … Continue reading
Last weekend was rough. Then a miracle happened… Let me preface this by saying there are few things that cause me to grow more than relationships. In fact, it seems that’s what they’re often intended for. The details aren’t as important as noticing my reaction to them. A man I’m dating (I’ll not share his name to protect the innocent) behaved badly… … Continue reading