Hi, I’m Elaine.
I like helping people to tap into their best qualities and to recognize and encourage them in others. I’ve spent a lifetime learning how to be happy by living authentically. Being true to ourselves and open and honest with others can be daunting, but it’s so worth it. It’s something that can be learned over time, one concept at a time.
As a lifelong reader and curious observer, for me being authentic often means going a little deeper to get to the heart of the matter. In my posts, I’ll be offering a sincere and thoughtful exploration into the most intimate and emotionally satisfying aspects of personal growth. I’ll also make suggestions, based on my own experiences, about how you can look within and discover who you truly are, with the goal of helping you to create a more fulfilling life for yourself.
If you’re ready to get started, read on!
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Life doesn’t give us the chance to go back and redo what’s already been done. We can ease our feelings of regret by having self-compassion for our mistakes and apologizing to those we’ve harmed, freeing up emotional energy for our relationships going forward.
Read MoreParenting is an exhilarating ride that lasts a lifetime. Much as we want to impart our wisdom to the next generation, they have to acquire it just as we did, one stage at a time.
Read MoreAs a nation, we’re having honest conversations about difficult topics. Growing pains are hard. We know we can’t go back. We have to press on, hoping and praying that we will emerge with greater clarity, empathy, and awareness.
Read MoreFlashes of insight are not as random as they may seem. You can take certain steps to increase their likelihood.
Read MoreBefore we consider giving advice, we should pause and think about how it might be received. There are ways to soften the offering, but sometimes the best thing to do is to hold space for someone instead.
Read MoreIf we respond to unwanted advice with a brief “thank you,” acknowledging the well-meaning gift that’s been offered to us, it can create an opening for us to consider another point of view.
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