Reflections

Being listened to is healing.  It reminds us that we matter, that we are whole.  What each of us wants most is to be complete. Being heard is a strong beginning to that.  One who listens, offers no advice – … Continued

In life we have choices about how we see situations. How we frame the picture of the world can make a huge difference in how we feel and behave. Reframing our view can move us from feeling stuck in emotional reactions -to being in a place of awareness, acceptance and action. It is a valuable tool for living in a positive, satisfying way.

Based on  research, Andy Austin repeatedly refines this problem – solving technique using the well found idea that feelings are not change agents – your feet are!  If you have a self-identified problem and are ready to take steps to … Continued

Inhale slowly. Make connection with the silence. Pay attention simply to this. Allow monkey mind to take a vacation -(the bags are already packed — you know this!). Exhale even more slowly. Pay attention simply to this. Be the change.

Attitude is everything. This I learn in unique, wonderful ways –often! Recently a friend lost her job. It was work that was drudgery, and she hated it–but she was devastated at what she perceived as loss. How might attitude change … Continued

Back in what seems like the day, Norman Vincent Peale wrote the Power of Positive Thinking. A recent conversation brought that to mind. Sages throughout history have reminded us that our thinking creates our reality.  So, just for today – what … Continued

Back in what seems like the day, Norman Vincent Peale wrote the Power of Positive Thinking. A recent conversation brought that to mind. Sages throughout history have reminded us that our thinking creates our reality.  So, just for today – … Continued

This applies to each of us. Why then do we often forget (or fail) to realize it? Quite possibly because- while your unconscious mind has that awareness- the conscious mind sets up effective blocks based on its interpretation of your … Continued

Hypnosis- What it might be for you… A meditation A visualization A relaxation A stress reducer A conversation with your inner self                     A change agent A journey A learning experience A visit to the past An opportunity to create the future And might be described … Continued

Practice listening with integrity and without judgement– learn how to gently and powerfully ask life-changing questions– and bring positive presuppositions to a friend in need.  These are the offerings you can give to someone through Co-Life Coaching. We meet for one-two hours … Continued

She walked into the office obviously stressed.  Her eyes showed pain and the tightness of her facial muscles showed tension. Not much was going “right” in her life just then. When she left she’d had forty-five minutes of peace, relaxation, and a … Continued

Hypnosis:  What it might be for you… A meditation, a visualization, a relaxed state, a stress reducer,  a conversation with your inner self, a change agent, a journey, a learning experience, a visit to the past, a creation of the … Continued

“You cannot teach a man anything.  You can only help him discover it within himself.”  Galileo “Co-Life Coaching is a new and unique opportunity to coach and be coached by friends, … and loved ones. In its most practical sense, Co-Life … Continued

  This applies to each of us.  Why then do we often forget (or fail) to realize it? Quite possibly because- while your unconscious mind has that awareness- the conscious mind sets up effective blocks based on its interpretation of … Continued

On my dining room table is a postcard I made from a photograph of the sun over Gordon Pond in the North Shores of Rehoboth Beach.  Superimposed over the scene are the words,  ” ‘No’ is a complete sentence.”  When I worked with … Continued

If you are ready to move beyond the lyrics, “Fairy tales can come true…it can happen to you…” and take action– creating a well formed outcome may be just right for you.  This is a simple, workable process to set your … Continued

Take a moment–it is Yours NOW.  Breathe.  Hold that breath for just a moment and gently let it go.  Allow your attention to follow your outbreath and just notice the aliveness at this very moment. Know that eternity is present … Continued

Recent connections with new friends in Santa Fe, New Mexico, bring a reminder to love your neighbor as yourself.  When you love yourself you accept and honor the divine spirit of your being. It is in that moment that your oneness with others becomes real.  Forgiveness … Continued

One bite at a time.  How is it that we allow ourselves to complicate even the simplest aspects of our lives?  What an amazing capacity for thought our brains have!  And sometimes that works, and sometimes it just complicates!  Part … Continued

Co-Life Coaching A new, shorter more affordable Co-Life Coaching weekend will be held on January 8th and 9th in Hagerstown!  For more information about this life-changing workshop link with www.colifecoaching.com

A relationship has ended, or a loved one has died, or you’ve lost your job…and you are ready to let go.  How do you make this happen? As with many decisions we make, we are reminded to be willing, we open … Continued

We are excited to be offering a Co-Life Coaching Retreat in Hagerstown at the Inn on Potomac, on the evening of November 6 (Friday) and Saturday, November 7.  Join us for an opportunity to identify and begin to make your … Continued

Attitude is everything. This I learn in unique, wonderful ways –often! Recently a friend lost her job. It was work that was drudgery, and she hated it–but she was devastated at what she perceived as loss. How might attitude change … Continued

Do you recall the words someone said to you long long ago? They may have felt wonderful, they many have hurt deeply. In both cases what may be worth your consideration is the power those words had that you still … Continued