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One very important approach to resilience

One very important approach to resilience is mindfulness. There is Mindfulness with a capital “M,” and mindfulness with a small “m.” Mindfulness with a capital “M” is observing our inner life of thoughts and feelings […]

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Positive mental strength is required for resilience

Positive mental strength is required for resilience. Resilience during this ravaging pandemic is essential. Many of us are doing more exercise, safely walking and indoor strengthening and flexibility yoga and exercise. What about strengthening and […]

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When the going gets tough

When the going gets tough, the tough get going. This is regardless of how “tough” or strong we do or do not feel. These are unprecedented times, certainly in our lifetimes. We will get through […]

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Set our priorities for 2019

t is a good time of year to reflect on our year and begin to set our priorities for 2019. An important part of the mix is self-care. The better we take care of ourselves, […]

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Grief, loss, sadness, and anguish

Grief, loss, sadness, and anguish seem to part of everyday life in America and around the world these days. Wednesday, I visited the Tree of Life synagogue and nearby Jewish Community Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, […]

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but not too much!

It is important to believe in ourselves, but not too much! The balance is believing in ourself but not over-inflating into arrogance thinking we are better, smarter, more beautiful than others. Self-confidence inspires us. Humility […]

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‘Wellbeing’

‘Wellbeing’ has now become a household word. But what exactly does it mean? The notion of human flourishing begins to unpack it. Mindfulness is involved; to be in the present observing our inner life. Beyond […]

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Resilience is important

Resilience is important in handling all situations. Whether we are praised or blamed, have a good reputation or a bad reputation, have gains or losses, or have pleasure or pain, always remain calm, balanced, and […]

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Resilience is the name of the game

Resilience is the name of the game. Combine resilience with genuine compassion, i.e. concern for the wellbeing of others. Living like this, we find meaning; we find happiness. When times get rough, persevere and think […]