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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When it comes to our interactions with others, much as we’d rather believe our frustrations are all their fault, there’s a lot of work to do on our side as well. We sometimes forget to use the emotional tools we already have at our disposal.
Read MoreShame can cause us to inaccurately assess our skills, making us feel like imposters. When we learn to embrace all the parts of our personalities, including those that make us feel uncomfortable, we can feel whole and real again.
Read MoreYou can use your imagination to anticipate what your future self will need. A technique called future self journaling can help make your hopes and dreams come true.
Read MorePassion projects are the ones that excite us, and the energy we get from them sustains us throughout the process so we’re able to complete them.
Read MoreThere are many ways to deal with challenging life situations. One way is to look for microjoys that can lift our moods by taking us back to fun moments from our past.
Read MoreIn our frustration with others, it's easy to assume that they are the cause of our relationship conflicts. But conflict can resolve spontaneously when we take the time to ask questions and understand fully why other people are doing what they’re doing.
Read MoreIt can be hard to set limits on the behavior of others, even when it is adversely affecting us. Direct communication, with appropriate boundaries, can not only improve relationships, it can sometimes save them.
Read MoreOften we give up on projects when we get stuck and can’t figure out what the next step is. Setting aside our embarrassment and asking for help is the surest way to bring a project to completion.
Read MoreCaregivers in the “sandwich generation” can easily become overwhelmed with their responsibilities. Many are unaware of the numerous sources of help and support available. It’s important for caregivers to take care of themselves, too.
Read MoreThe new year offers a wonderful time for reflection. As we get older, it’s easy to get set in our ways. But if we can find the courage we had when we were little children, we can embrace new roles and begin exciting new adventures at any age.
Read MoreIt’s often difficult to love as we were instructed to in First Corinthians. To become more openhearted, we can pause to change our perspective, search our hearts for kindness, and say a prayer.
Read MoreWhen friends and relatives lose someone they love, our words often seem inadequate. What’s most important is simply to be there for them and to let them know we care.
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