Our Journey Inward – From What Was to What Is: An Interview with Katrina Kenison
“When we lose anything we cherish — a way of life, a loved one, a dream, a belief, even the day-in-day-out presence of a child at home–a space that was filled in our lives, and in our hearts, is suddenly empty. Sorrow, then, is surely a human, natural response. And yet how reluctant we are […]
There’s a Whole Person Beyond the Label of Sickness
Treat a patient, not a disease. This concept really resonated with me when I saw it beautifully portrayed in the Patch Adams movie. It’s not, ‘where’s the diabetic’, it’s ‘where’s Mr. ___ who has diabetes.’ Sounds a bit semantical, nonsensical and a longer version of saying the same thing. But in reality it has huge […]
Resourcefulness – A Perennial Characteristic of Success
The defining factor is never resources, it’s resourcefulness” – Tony Robbins This quote says it all in terms of how we need to be raising our kids today. The focus has been on the external pursuits of grades, trophies, awards, which would ‘hopefully’ lead to that prestigious college, big job in a ‘big’ company, […]
Proactively Supporting A Friend In Need
Two of my close friends are going through difficult times: one due to the death of her mother with whom she had a very beautiful and close relationship, and the other with generalized anxiety and despair. In my attempts to be a good supportive friend, I’ve come to a realization. It’s not enough to say, […]
How We Cope – It’s All About Mind-Set
Writing up my recent interview with Steven Benvenisti brought me back to my daughter, Nava’s, medical crisis. Visuals which had made their way to the background of my mind due to the passing of time (10 years now), suddenly were right back in front of my eyes. Like Mr. Benvenisti, Nava miraculously has her life […]
Steven Benvenisti: Victim of Drunken Driving Accident Treated His Therapy Sessions Like Football Practice
While vacationing in Florida six weeks before college graduation, a repeat drunk driver lost control of his car and crashed into Steven Benvenisti while he was walking with his friends. His legs were crushed, his face smashed through the windshield and his body was thrown 70 feet. His prognosis was poor as he lay in […]
Incorporating Vitamin F Into Your Diet
No, it’s not what you think it is. It’s F U N. Is this part of your life? Are you having fun on a regular basis? What’s your dose of Fun? It’s a load lightener, so make sure you swallow some heavy doses of it often. Even in the throes of hardship, there’s a place […]
Talking With Our Children About Bad News
With all the bad stuff going on that even our youngest children are privy to, we as parents must be able to speak to them about it. Because the alternative of not talking to them can only foster fantasies in their minds that may be incorrect or worse than the reality. Sometimes we think, “better […]
A Quote A Day Keeps the Negativity Away
Welcome to the world of quotes. Ever since I was a teenager I’ve been collecting quotes and tucking them in a folder. But the funny thing is I rarely look at them. It seems the quotes that impact my life reside in my memory where I refer to them and bring them forth instantly. For […]
Putting You and Your Interests Back Into Your Life
Time to reclaim and reconnect with our interests. As Susan Fernbach stated, “…it’s important to reclaim some of your own focus, goals and projects. These can help recharge your batteries and help you feel good about something, especially amidst the grief that comes with loss of ability.” It’s not just amidst grief, it’s amidst life that […]