When you have been hurt…

The 3Rs of Recognition, Remorse, and Repair offer a valuable framework for navigating the aftermath of being hurt.  We discussed before about the importance of forgiveness for your own sake.  But how to decide about being vulnerable again when someone hurts you? ...

Toxic Positivity

Ever been told to ‘just smile and be happy’ when you felt like the world was crumbling around you? It’s like being handed a band-aid when you’ve just fallen off a cliff—well-intentioned, but wildly inadequate. Welcome to the world of toxic positivity,...

Forgiveness

Imagine carrying a backpack every day, into which every hurt, slight, or grievance you’ve ever experienced is stored as a heavy stone. Over time, this backpack becomes so burdensome that moving forward becomes a struggle. This is the weight of unforgiveness. The...

Three Buddhist Concepts to Practice Today

In the bustling marketplace of modern life, three Buddhist concepts stand out as serene sanctuaries we can step into any moment, transforming our day with peace and mindfulness. These ancient teachings, far from being relics, are as relevant today as ever, offering us...

Overconfidence in What We Know

Understanding Overconfidence in What We Know to Be True As human beings, we are inclined to perceive everything from the perspective of How I see it is how it is. We all are more confident in our perceptions than we should be. One study found that respondents who...

House of Mirrors

Do you struggle with your self-image?  Been on the receiving end of verbal abuse as a child or as an adult with an abusive partner.  Feel anxious in social situations? Imagine going to one of those carnival amusements called the house of mirrors.  You know the one...