Fears

What is hope? Webster defines hope as “wanting or wishing for something with confident expectation.” I have a slightly different definition. To me, hope is about living with the anticipation of what can be. When life is going smoothly and we’re getting our needs met, it’s easy to feel hopeful and be optimistic. Hope, love, [...]

Ever heard this famous quote from Henry Ford? “Whether you believe you can or believe you can’t, you’re right.” It’s true! This saying captures perfectly the importance of trusting ourselves. We can’t trust anyone else if we don’t trust ourselves first. So how do we get to a place where we “believe we can”? How [...]

Is it possible you’re actually a little afraid of a family member you also love deeply? As you begin to see and recognize your fears for what they are, it’s helpful to look for them in unexpected places, so you can calm them and bring your best self to your interactions with others. You may [...]

Did you ever hear any of these as a child? “Don’t step on a crack, or you’ll break your mother’s back!” “Boys don’t make passes at girls who wear glasses.” “Don’t cross the street – you’ll get hit by a car!” Whether they affect our willingness to try new things, or sense of personal safety, [...]