Some life situations are really hard to resolve. And figuring out how to take action is a struggle. I am not talking about what flavor of ice cream you want, or what color your next car needs to be. The life challenges that cause us to struggle have more gravity and potential consequence. They tend…
So often, when making life decisions we focus only on what we are going to do to move forward. We know that when there is something not to our liking, we want to change the situation. Or perhaps, there is something material we want. Or need. We think, “I’m tired of this!”, or “I deserve…
As a Certified Self-Leadership Coach, I believe deeply in the potential of each of my clients to grow and live a fulfilling life. When Oliver Wendel Holmes said, “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” he undoubtedly was acknowledging the full range of life…
James Kouzes and Barry Posner “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” Oliver Wendell Holmes “Our future lies within us.” William Bradshaw For me, these quotes form a kind of metaphorical triptych, truths tripled and inscribed on the spiritual tablets of each of our…
We all get emotionally or behaviorally stuck from time to time. Try as we might to manage the challenges of our life choices and responsibilities inevitably, we all find ourselves mired in a place that just does not feel good. Inherently we want to grow and develop in what we believe and what we do.…
A friend of mine responded to my recent blog, The Choices We Make (https://www.watersoverstone.com/the-choices-we-make/) where I opened up a conversation about the fulfillment anyone can experience when they align who they are and what they care most about with the decisions they make and actions they take. “You just can’t change your mind like that…
Cruising back down I-95 from camp recently with the ‘random song’ choice set on my ancient iPod – yes, it’s still working! – an old favorite tune came on: Child’s Song, recorded by Tom Rush. It’s a beautiful, deep, and thoughtful song about a highly transformative time in the song writer’s life. It’s a goodbye…
Remember Alice in Wonderland? Most of us read it as kids. And like many “kids’ ” books, it holds some wisdom for us as adults. There is a wonderful conversation in Lewis Carol’s classic between Alice and the mischievous and powerful Chesire Cat that speaks to the need we all have for a personal vision…
Have you ever opened your eyes from a deep sleep and into a pitch-black room, and realized with a start that you don’t know where you are? You scan the room for clues. Your mind races to make a familiar sensory connection – some touch, some sight, some smell, some sound that will ground you.…
“First you have to understand yourself, because the hardest person you will ever have to lead is you. Second, you must take responsibility for your own development.” Bill George (HBS/ Leadership) from True North: Discover Your Authentic Leadership https://quickread.com/book-summary/true-north-337 At WATERS OVER STONE, we know that living an intentional live is act of Personal Leadership, Authentic…
This article was originally published by Alicia Nortje, Ph.D. on PositivePsycology.com. You are probably here because you are somewhere on your personal journey to practicing mindfulness. Maybe you are at the beginning, getting ready to start a habit, or perhaps you are an experienced mindfulness practitioner looking for a new tool. Regardless of where you…
Positive psychology is a branch of psychology focused on the character strengths and behaviors that allow individuals to build a life of meaning and purpose—to move beyond surviving to flourishing. Theorists and researchers in the field have sought to identify the elements of a good life. They have also proposed and tested practices for improving…
This worksheet outlines the 3-Step Mindfulness Exercise, a useful activity when formal mindfulness practice might not be practical. It is designed to be versatile, so you can practice these three steps throughout the day to bring your awareness to the present moment. Use this guide to cultivate a mindful state that you can carry with…
