Creative thinking is enhanced by understanding how the creative process works. There are times when creatives spend their energy in very big ways. I call the thin and dim weariness that can follow this time The Flatlands. The following video is a visual tour of this place... [...]
"Mom, I'm not as smart as I used to be." I will never forget my youngest daughter's statement after her first day back to school following brain surgery. After many personal trials that had initially delayed graduation, she was supposed to graduate the year before, in Spring 2014. Then, just prior to the [...]
Please pause for a moment to listen to this guided forest meditation: Shinrin-Yoku is Healing Forest Medicine Being connected to nature brings a healing power to our bodies, our minds and our spirits. The practice of Shinrin-Yoku was established in Japan during the 1980’s. Shinrin-Yoku is referred [...]
In response to this art, I created a dialogue between the artist and the rabbi. The subject of the artist's expression is created using thread, bits of fabric and lace. The artist puts glue upon her fingers and picks up lace, thread and scraps to create the cries of her heart. She does [...]
Using Inner Child Healing Techniques In Your Writing Writing can pull back the curtains and allow our child within to find a voice. Inner Child Healing Techniques can start out with the simple prompt: When I Was A Child ... I then allowed my pen to flow freely, not attempting to harness [...]
When we use our authentic voice in writing, we move away from a "follow the numbers" format into a world where our words, thoughts and written form are our own. We come out of hiding and remove our masks. There is an originality that is now placed upon the page and this is offered [...]
Composting is the decomposition of thrown away waste. This material breaks down over time to become a powerful additive for gardens and crops. The rich soil of our lives is greatly enhanced by our powerful compost. Our experiences are to be valued, both the wondrous times as well as seasons of pain and difficulty. [...]
Graphophobia is the fear of writing. I suffered from graphophobia; I worked hard to overcome my own fear of writing. Because of this I am able to understand how this fear works and effectively help others. Hearing me talk about this may surprise you. I am an author, a seasoned writing teacher and a [...]
