Coward – a person who lacks courage in facing danger, difficulty, opposition, pain, etc.; a timid or easily intimidated person. Why do we inhabit a world of cowards? What is it exactly? Cowardice is the psyche’s equivalent of hiding under the bed while the house burns down – safe for a moment but doomed all […]
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“The earth laughs in flowers.” “The earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s need, but not every man’s greed.” Earth Day is upon us! It is being observed as you read this. Let’s review some facts about our treasured planet: There are 400 trees for every person on earth – A recent study estimated that
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She Said ~ “… Why should a land have so much meaning When dark times befall it? It’s only land, made of dirt and rock and loam It’s just a place that’s familiar And home’s just what we call it But there’s no place like home Don’t we all know There’s no place like home?”
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I cannot disagree with the sentiment of our subject line. There is nothing more telling about a society than how it treats the most vulnerable. In this case, we are talking about our animals, also referred to as companions, pets, man’s best friend, emotional support, and so forth. The unconditional and unwavering devotion of animals,
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I saw a couple holding hands while jogging and it made me hopeful that one day I will meet someone who will hate them with me. Do you love Star Wars? Because Yoda only one for me! If I ever have a heart transplant, I prefer my ex’s. It’s never been used. There comes a
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“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life, and you will call it fate.” Carl Jung emphasized that psychology is about integrating the split parts of the personality – the conscious and unconscious – rather than just fixing symptoms. He believed that avoiding one’s own soul leads to self-destruction. Unfortunately, Yung couldn’t
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The treeline is a plume of gaseous toxicity. The clouds are a castle in the sky adorned with the bitter tears and rage and regret of the half living. The fear is palpable and uncertainty is read in countless searching eyes and supplicating whispers. The boots are first on the ground, on the pavement, then
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Einstein famously said, “We cannot solve a problem on the level of consciousness that created it.” Consider someone stuck in a job they hate, repeating the pattern across multiple organizations and roles, for numerous years. At year-end, they vow, “Next year, I’ll find a job I love with a great boss.” That is a powerful
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What did the turkey say to the farmer? Why isn’t there anything on my calendar after November? Welcome to Thanksgiving – the 2025 edition! “Is that your pop-up timer or are you just happy to see me?” Below are links and suggestions to assist you with helping others during this holiday season: https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank https://lustgarten.org https://www.heart.org
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Spooky season is over folks, so it is time to welcome November. This month ushers in the winds of gratitude and giving during the highly anticipated Thanksgiving Holiday. Alas, there’s plenty of time to gab about the gobble gobble and the frenzied orgiastic dinners taking place later this month. Right now, we would like to
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