We all have an invisible space that surrounds us that is “our space.” It defines how close people can physically get to us. If they pass through that boundary, we feel uncomfortable. We say that “our space has been invaded.” We also create a boundary around us that protects us emotionally. It … [Read more...]

We all need to feel like we have a place where we belong, where we are important, where people care about us. We are not meant to be alone and we are not meant to be totally self-sufficient. Back in the 1950’s, Abraham Maslow constructed what he called a hierarchy of basic human needs that all of … [Read more...]

When adversity and unpleasant experiences present themselves in our lives, there are usually lessons to be learned from them. Paying attention to them is often what is called for before we can let go and move on. Usually what is called for first is that we experience our feelings about what has … [Read more...]

Most people would agree that it is very important to live our lives with integrity – to be truthful and honest, to honor our words and our deeds, to let others know they can count on us to do what we say we will do. When we live with integrity, we feel good about ourselves. And we know that other … [Read more...]