When we set out to explore our inner realm, many times words escape us; verbal understanding can be hard to come by – and if you are a teenager there is no reference point and it is like going into a very thick fog. Rather than purse the journey with words we can see what […]
January 18, 2019 By 2 Comments
Seeking Guidance
As I have traveled on the road of mastery in many diverse areas, I sought guidance from those further along the road than I. Whether it has been skills to accomplish projects/outcomes or the inner journey of self-knowledge, I have found those who could share perspectives and experience to assist with my further development. […]
January 1, 2019 By Leave a Comment
Grief and Identity Changes
Who am I seems to be a question that feels elusive like a squirrel chasing its tail. On the other hand we think / say we know ourselves so well. Then there is a significant situation, experience, change in our lives and it’s like starting all over again. The incident that has the significant impact […]
October 9, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Ask Me: Do I have to focus on only one thing?
“Mediocrity, limiting one’s multi-talents, is an option. However being you offers greater moments of joy.” Edith Johnston PhD LPC The habit of blending in – being average – leads to mediocrity. It means we are engaging and making it by current standards. However, many times there is this little gnawing in our […]
October 2, 2018 By 2 Comments
Ask Me: What is with feeling so empty and no hope?
“Facing the abyss, the turmoil of loneliness, our response is self-compassion.” Edith D Johnston PhD LPC Not being heard; not being accepted; feeling all alone, creates a hollowness, an emptiness inside. Not seeing results, or outcomes that matter leaves us hanging. The experience can be confusion and pain from all the suffering, […]
September 25, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Ask Me: Why can’t I fit in or make friends?
“Being different, not fitting in is part of our life adventure. The next step is ours to choose.” Edith D Johnston PhD LPC Feeling like I am different, weird, out of sync with the world, too much or unique: is a day in day out experience. For myself, I am an ambivert. I […]
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