Keystone Habits
Keystone habits can be defined as “small changes or habits that people introduce into their routines that unintentionally carry over into other aspects of their lives” according to Charles Duhigg in his book, The Power of Habit. In architecture a “keystone” is the...
Reflections
The crispness in the air and the vibrant foliage colors remind us that autumn is here, and winter awaits. This is the time of year, after vacations or at the least some lazy summer days, when life returns to a more predictable rhythm of school and workdays. This year...
The Power of Poetry
This week as I pondered what to write I kept thinking of how words can be swords, shields or salves. At this time, I think we could all use a salve. For me poetry is just that, a soul- soothing salve. Mary Oliver beautifully describes the power of...
Our Web of Connection
While pondering what to write this week my thoughts kept returning to the importance of connection in our lives. The importance of family, of friends, of community, of feeling like we’re part of a network. As COVID restrictions continue and we try to find ways to...
Act “As If”
What if the way we act, our chosen behaviors, could change the way we think and feel? William James, considered the “Father of American psychology” states, “If you want a quality, act as if you already have it.” James is suggesting that we can take deliberate action...
KINDNESS IS KING
“Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.” ~The 14th Dalai Lama I love this quote as it always reminds me that kindness is always accessible to us—even when, especially when—benevolence may not be front and center in our hearts and minds. As the Pandemic...