I planned, shopped, chopped, smashed, mashed, baked, roasted, ate, drank, and gave thanks galore. A rather splendid holiday as holidays go and a most excellent way for my children to experience family tradition and store in their memories. Kudos to everyone for a wonderful Thanksgiving particularly noteworthy due to the absence of any […]

As my anger starts to mount, I remind myself to take a few deep breaths. After my head stops reeling, I light on one of the stress mantras (such as soften to the feeling or bring it on) to help me reframe the situation. As I repeat the chosen mantra, my perspective starts to shift. […]