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Change

By Paula S Gilbert

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Posted: March 2, 2021

When we attempt to force change we may find ourselves on a long and torturous path, feeling more distraught, agitated and disappointed. Yes, desire is an important part of our lives. It actually makes a life happen leading to experiences, careers, and relationships. Life lessons...

Connected

By Paula S Gilbert

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Posted: February 22, 2021

CONNECTED There’s something lovely about this word. It calls up images of people relating to each other, really engaged talking and laughing, making great eye contact. Perhaps a less visually exciting image: a person who is deeply connected to her inner self, mindful of her...

Turning Points

By Paula S Gilbert

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Posted: January 18, 2021

Have there been times in your life when you found yourself on unfamiliar terrain? When all you could do was come to a stop or soldier on without a roadmap? When fear, numbness, and confusion reigned? Sounds a lot like 2020. I remember when in...

Crossing the Bridge

By Paula S Gilbert

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Posted: August 20, 2020

You know something is not right. You may have frustration with your career, a close relationship, your health, or body image. You're feeling edgy and easily agitated. You're not happy with yourself, and the gap between where you stand and where you want to be...