With another Thanksgiving behind us, this is a reminder to be grateful each day and not just on Thanksgiving. Make gratitude a daily practice. When we appreciate what we have, we open ourselves to more things to be thankful for.
As I wrote in an earlier blog entry, "Wedding Planning During a Pandemic," was challenging. With much uncertainty surrounding these times, I had to let go of expectations while still wanting to manifest the wedding of my dreams.
After visiting many bridal shops, trying on countless gowns, as well as looking online, I finally said, "yes to the dress." The search was over. Or was it?
It wasn’t until long after my divorce that I would learn about The Four Horsemen by the Gottman Institute. The Four Horsemen (as in the Apocalypse) is a metaphor to describe communication styles that can predict the end of a relationship. They are: criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling.
Weight is not just a number. It’s whatever meaning you give that number. Unfortunately, I place too much weight on my weight. (Forgive the pun.)