Are you kind to others but too often harsh with yourself? Do you have an inner critic that refuses to be quiet? If so, you’re not alone. When I began this project, I… Read More
These are some notes I jotted down while listening to an interview with Brene´ Brown, which was a part of the Alchemy writing class I took a few months ago. This post has… Read More
I have been in the midst of a pain flare-up and haven’t been able to do much on the computer I miss blogging and communicating with all of you! I just cheated a… Read More
I stumbled on this blog post today from Tara Robinson. It has a great message; I just had to share. ****** Last night I stood in the middle of a crowded party, watching all… Read More
The Self-Compassion Bill of Rights Today, this fourth day of July, year two thousand and twelve, I, Barbara Ellen Gerth Markway, do solemnly declare these inalienable truths and freedoms for myself, and for… Read More
Glasses: I have always thought I wanted glasses—it would be another fun fashion accessory. My friend, Amy, has always had the cutest glasses and looked so stylish. One of my previous secretaries bought… Read More
I don’t want to dare greatly*. I don’t want to speak dangerously*. I don’t want to tell my story*. When I wrote my last post, Busy Be Gone, I thought I had turned… Read More
Recently, a friend of mine took a full-time job, and then had to resign soon thereafter due to a number of factors. I know she struggled with the decision. I understood her angst.… Read More
Brene´ Brown recently posted this on her Facebook page: “It’s so easy to buy into the idea that if we stay busy enough the truth of our lives won’t catch up with us.… Read More
Anyone who has been following this blog knows I’m obsessed with all things Kelly Rae Roberts. I don’t think she’ll mind me posting this Mother’s Day card because I’m always telling people to… Read More
