Fran

The following is an ode to the sounds of mothering inspired by my mom’s distinctive stride through our home over the years … I hear the same sounds in my own feet now.  I wrote this in honour of her birthday – she would have been 96. It seemed apropos to share in my May […]

Not too long ago, I heard something profoundly simple but it rocked my world. There is no redeeming value in harshness. There is nothing that harshness does which loving firmness doesn’t do better. Terry Real That simple truth went into my soul. I thought about how many times I’ve spoken sharply to – or even

Got a Pesky Problem? What are the questions you’re asking yourself about your particular challenge? Are they like these ones? Why can’t I get a break? When will this situation change? Why can’t I get through to my husband? Why is finding a new job so difficult? What is wrong with me?  Or are they

Blank looks. Furrowed brows. Puzzled stares. “You want me to do what??” These are the expressions on the faces of my clients when I give them the hardest homework assignment of our program: Write me a list of 100 things you love to do. Whaaat? You’d think I’d just asked them to re-do their high

It happens every time. A client just about to make a breakthrough will suddenly exhibit signs of panic  – she experiences huge anxiety even though the change is exactly what she’s been working toward – a bigger life.  She wonders “Why does this happen? Every time?” Taking her by hand through that place of terror,

Is your family starting to talk about Christmas plans? Discussing who is buying for whom and sharing wish lists? The wish list is important, because if you don’t make one, you’ll get the same stuff you’ve always gotten based on who your mother-in-law thinks you are and Voila! You can add some more stuff to

Just over a month ago, my dad died. It was a blessing – something he was praying for – he’d figured out how he wanted it to go and was doing his best to surrender to the process, as challenging as it was. He was a very old man. And still he thought it would

Ahhhh …. Summertime!! That time when we can allow ourselves to slow down, to go on vacation, read light books, watch frivolous movies, bask in the sun, smell the roses, go on road trips, paddle, hike, sleep, dream and ….. rest. Ahhh …. rest. Some of us actually live for these moments. (or is it