Mingyur Rinpoche inspires us to become aware of suffering instead of falling into the river of suffering. Internal Family Systems offers a way to do that with our psychological parts. The Becoming Safely Embodied Skills give practical ways to do that.
Is there a Miracle Cure? Well, at least I haven’t found it yet. There is, however, the possibility of a miracle. It’s called “neuroplasticity.” What we practice carves out a path inside us. It’s sort of like the Grand Canyon. Have you ever seen it or any other arroryo/canyon in the southwest? Incredible how [...]
“Deirdre, this note is long overdue… Every month I wait for your email feeling reassured by your words and supported by the practices you provide. I learn and practice something every month that makes a difference as I live each and every day. It’s an incredible guide.” ~ K.( Australia) It’s those kinds of [...]
Coming in Massachusetts March 29-30, 2012 I’ll be presenting a workshop on “Loving Our Broken Hearts.” For more information see the NASW website. Robert Karen wrote that attachment is “a theory of love and love’s central place in human life.” Using the current information on attachment and shame, this workshop will explore the newest generation [...]
Every courageous gesture we make, whether or not we think it’s successful, definitely imprints our mind in a positive way. The slightest willingness to interrupt our old habits predisposes us to greater bravery, greater strength, and greater empathy for others. No matter how trapped we feel, we can always be of benefit. How? By interrupting [...]
I know that feels like a bit of a stretch: PTSD triggers not making life unbearable for hours and days on end? Wow. Could that really be true? Yes. Yes, it’s true, it’s possible. We do not have to feel stuck, helpless in our negative triggered responses. We start making the shift when begin to [...]