Dr. Clifford N. Lazarus ••• Molly was described by her friends as a well-developed negative personality. “She’s very good at seeing the dark side of things, but she does not often detect the positive aspects of her experiences,” they observed.…
Eleanor’s Azalea
• Eleanor’s azalea is in bloom She planted it years before She could see it, from her sitting room Near her front door • Aggie’s trees are growing strong When I was I boy, she would scold me for climbing…
Make a Wish
The fountain is round, shallow and it begs for your change, in exchange you can make a wish. We tossed two quarters into the pool, watched them settle to the bottom preparing for fulfillment of our wishes. These things, wishes,…
Our Smiley Lady’s Blog: Practicing Self Compassion
Jalapeno Cheese Bread Smiley, just because it’s so yummy. The Dalai Lama says: If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion. So how about practicing self compassion? Self compassion is not to be…
Strategies for Staying Sane: Reprogramming Your Mind
Dr. Clifford N. Lazarus ••• George had been an unhappy and anxious person for most of his adult life. Finally, after many years of silently watching him suffer, his younger sister, Jennie, suggested he seek counseling and disclosed to him…
Do Yourself & Earth a Favor with a Water Pitcher
I live in a little apartment in a historic Pennsylvania town, where I have city water. That’s city water not sh@*%y water! I have used this water for years and never really thought about not drinking it, well maybe once…