Unreasonably Grateful

It has been a week since my accident. The totaled truck has been picked up, the insurance claim resolved, we have found a new truck, and this episode shares my emotional healing in the aftermath. I find myself reorganizing my organizing principles. I am not trying to get there; it is simply happening. Let’s ask ourselves together: what matters most?

Thank you for being here; you matter.

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One advantage of using Substack for my podcast is that it is possible to have each episode be VERY current. While I usually listen to my inner world prior to recording, and often there is a whisper that leads me to a topic, this week, there was a loud scream! Thus, the title, The Illusion of Control, so if you are someone who thinks they are, or likes to be in control, listen in. I lost control this week, and I am still seeking the deeper lesson.

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For me, denial is a way to avoid something; if I don’t notice it, perhaps it will go away, which is the underlying reason for my denial. While that is rarely true (almost never) I admit that there are times when I secretly hope the outcome of my denial will lead to something good! I’m not recommending this way of navigating circumstances, but I will share with you how, sometimes, there is a pleasing surprise. Listen in for a light-hearted episode with tidbits of wisdom woven in.

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While our calling is often considered “Original Intent”, it isn’t written in stone. You can always create it now, newly. So relax, you can’t get this wrong. Keep asking yourself, “Why is this important to me?” Eventually, you will discover that it is who you are, not what you do, that matters. This is what I mean by original intent - you are made for this. Listen in as you take your next step.

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This week I had the honor of working with someone who has embraced a new life in the past few years, now free from an addiction that consumed her for nearly thirty. That is exciting to me, just like being at a birth, there is such joy and hope when a new life enters this world. It feels similar to me when someone cleans up a past and embraces a wide-open future. In this episode, I will share the first steps in living an aligned life, moving towards who you are called to be, and taking the steps to fulfill that vision. It is never too late to begin!

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I read on Facebook something the daughter of one of my cousins wrote when she heard of her father’s death. I listened to my daughter talk about all the help pulling out of Kerrville, Texas. My friends shared their thoughts about their mother’s struggles in recovery, and I kept feeling the impact we all have on the lives of one another and asking myself, what are the people in my life left with? We just never know when it will be the last time we see someone, or hug someone, or let someone know they matter. Listen in as we explore our impact and discover how we can ensure that those we care about feel loved.

Thank you for being here; you matter.

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Recently, I reached out to a friend from High School, which would be 58 years ago. Now she didn’t have to respond, but she did. We reconnected as she was willing to be a reference for me, and there were things from my past to share with her. Take a moment to think about the kids you knew in high school. Who could you reach out to, knowing they’d be there for you? Listen in on how meaningful friendship is.

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We have all most likely experienced broken trust. We have all most likely been untrustworthy. So, how do we heal the abyss that forms in the absence of trust? What are we protecting ourselves against by not trusting? What lesson are we learning when we trust? This episode is multifaceted; listen in.

Thank you for being here; you matter.

I am offering sessions on Tuesday mornings. If you want an elder to hold space for you and reflect on your amazingness, sign up on my website. I am always happy to hear from you.

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Description: I’ve heard it many times before, “Be careful what you ask for.” This wheel was full of adjustments. How was yours? A friend shared a great insight, another friend has a new potential relationship, and I fractured my wrist. Let’s talk about all of these! Thanks for listening in.

Thank you for being here; you matter.

I am offering sessions on Tuesday mornings. If you want an elder to hold space for you and reflect on your amazingness, sign up on my website. I am always happy to hear from you.

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Description: Have you ever noticed how many adjustments are necessary to have your life and the life of those around you work better? Adjustments are required; wouldn’t it be great if we embraced them instead of resisting them? Listen in for some thoughts on how to do that.

Thank you for being here; you matter.

I am offering sessions on Tuesday mornings. If you want an elder to hold space for you and reflect on your amazingness, sign up on my website. I am always happy to hear from you.

You can reach me at [email protected], and I will reply. Additionally, if you would like to order my book directly from me, I am happy to send you a signed copy. Please email me, and I’ll send it to you. ($15 plus shipping)

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