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Monthly Archives: August 2013
The Psychology of Forgiveness
To forgive or not to forgive: that is NOT the question. Whether to forgive or not is akin to asking whether we should get a good night’s sleep or eat a balanced diet. We simply do not function optimally if … Continue reading
Posted in Psychology, Spirituality
Tagged Anger, Emotion, Forgiveness, Power, Relationships, Resentment
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Discerning Compassion
Compassion: “An emotion that is a sense of shared suffering, most often combined with a desire to alleviate or reduce the suffering of another; to show special kindness to those who suffer. Compassion essentially arises through empathy, and is often … Continue reading
Posted in Psychology, Spirituality
Tagged Compassion, Pema Chödrön, Plato, Suffering
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When Life Hands You Lemonade…
Most have heard the saying, “when life hands you lemons, make lemonade.” Coming off of a week of incredible good fortune, I began to wonder, “What happens when life hands you lemonade; a tall, ice-cold glass of the sweetest lemonade … Continue reading
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