Security Versus Safety

Security Versus Safety

These two words can almost feel the same, but in essence they are not. The things that make us secure are the basic necessities such as a roof over our heads, enough food, solid social connections, enough finances, and family. So, what does it take, or mean, to feel...
Be-ing Vulnerable… What the ???

Be-ing Vulnerable… What the ???

Brene Brown back on June 1, 2010 came on the scene via her TED Talk – The Power of Vulnerability. She was a researcher who saw in her data that “vulnerability is the core, the heart, the center of meaningful human experiences.” She was a social worker for 10 years,...
Curiosity Killed the Cat

Curiosity Killed the Cat

The proverb, “curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back,” is very appropriate at this time. This proverb points to the idea if you are too curious or inquisitive it can be dangerous. If you reach too far into matters that don’t...

The Polarizing Power of Shaming

For the past month, my eyes have been dry and irritated with the constant to wipe my eyes.  Some moments have been worse than others, and knowing that your body constantly gives you signals to something that mentally or emotionally doesn’t feel right, made me delve...