Empathy
Memory
Memory Memories and their role in our life This morning I experienced a long forgotten memory. Experienced, because during my meditation time, I not only saw the image of this moment in my life, but I also felt the emotion of it too. Throughout the day, I have felt almost a flow of energy as…
Read MoreHolding Sacred Space
Holding Sacred Space Remaining present to others allows deep emotional connection In my work with those facing serious illness or transition from this world, holding my presence with the deepest love allows a connection that is transcendent. Providing unconditional love to whomever I am meeting with, and maintaining the place without ego or self, brings…
Read MoreCare Coordination
Care Coordination Reassurance for out of town family When my aging mother began to decline and require closer medical supervision, I lived many hours away. As not only a worried daughter, but also a “nurse daughter”, this distance became almost unbearable to me. I had family members that lovingly visited her, provided all the support…
Read MoreConscious Dying
Conscious Dying Planning our care as we need and want it at our end of life I learned of the passing of Wayne Dyer, a spiritual mentor and role model for myself and many others, last week. I had read about his illness, his treatment choices, and now his passing…all done in the manner that…
Read MoreLiving Inside Out
Living Inside Out The world appears radiant from within There are many buzz words out there these days, all about living abundantly and in the world as we manifest it. I think that’s great….or maybe I do. The words entice all of us to live with greater joy, something that lifts our spirits and our…
Read MoreDecisions, Choices, and Advocates For Our Care
Decisions, Choices, and Advocates for Our Care Even the best of care needs to be overseen to assure our wishes are honored My years as a registered nurse has proven to me the great importance that a personal advocate for anyone receiving care becomes. Our healthcare professionals, like myself, are well-intentioned but also open to their own…
Read MoreBreath, Movement, Poetry
Breath, Movement, Poetry Using these tools creates a life within the whole This week I have been blessed to attend the Poetry and Yoga Workshop sponsored by Write On,Door County. I have found it to be one of the most inspirational and transformative workshops that I have ever participated in. We were lead through yoga, breathwork,…
Read MoreEnd of Life Conversations
End of Life Conversations Featured guest on “Going Home with Tony” I am excited to be the featured guest of Tony Scimeca on his radio program this week, Thursday 7/30 at 5PM. I look forward to a lively conversation with Tony and hope that it will encourage others to “Start the Conversation” about our individual…
Read MoreTrusting the Process
Trusting the Process Allowing life to unfold in it’s own way My presentation last week to the residents of a local assisted living facility was delightful, and I left feeling filled from the experience. In addressing a group that could teach me many things about accepting our mortality, the conversation enriched me and left me…
Read MoreLet’s Start the Conversation….Within
Let’s Start the Conversation…Within While discussing our end of life wishes, lets start a discussion with the sacred within us I am excited to be presenting to a group of residents at Pinecrest Village in Sturgeon Bay, WI today. I have spent a lot of time considering what to say to this predominantly elderly group.…
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