Hearing Out Life Drama  Blog

“Let’s all smash clay pots together in our minds. Picture this: we’re on a large, open slab of concrete in a calm, scenic place. Surrounding us are hundreds of clay pots, and we’re all allowed to smash as many as we want. GO!”  

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Bullying is rampant in American culture today. It’s a problem that stretches far beyond schoolyards and playgrounds. While we often think of bullying as something that only happens to children, the reality is much more complex. In fact, it’s not unco...

When you think of a creative person, what comes to mind? Perhaps you envision an artist painting a masterpiece, a musician composing a symphony, or a writer crafting a novel. These are, of course, quintessential examples of creativity. But what if I ...

Just as a snow fence helps channel snow to where it will do the best good and least harm, so do boundaries help us in our daily personal and professional lives. Boundaries are more than just barriers; they are a form of self-care. They help us avoid ...

Horns honk, crowds bustle, kids shout—life is noisy and fast-paced, and it can be overwhelming. Every day, news articles point out the harm of that stress. But as someone living in this world, what can you do about it?

Finding Calm with Another

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“I want to hit the trifecta.  Time, money and the health to enjoy it,” a friend said to me.  While the trifecta may be out of reach, there’s much good to be found in retirement.  This blog post will reflect on the complexities of and joy to be found ...