A Small Response can lead to a Big Change
“You may wonder what you as one person can do in the midst of much global conflict, chaos and upset. At times it’s so overwhelming that hiding from it all may be the best solution. “Let me return when the coast is clear,” you might be thinking. “How can I do anything to make a difference when so much needs attention?” Moving from the macro to the micro allows you to direct your resources in such a way that you can see the effect you are making. A smile from afar, a kind word, holding the door can blast through a hardened heart during a tough...
read moreWhat is the King/Queen in You Like?
“Stepping into your sovereignty and being yourself without any propped-up shields against would-be violators takes immense courage. By the same token, claiming your kingdom also necessitates personal responsibility to yourself and others. Whether you are a sister, son, wife, partner, cousin, friend, uncle or grandma, you as king/queen shape your life through a scepter of benevolence, trust and compassion or you wield a sword of expectation, entitlement and self-satisfaction. Remember: stepping into sovereignty is stepping into power. Which...
read moreThe Sands of Time
“I equate sand with Lawrence of Arabia – a movie I saw as a young girl. I did not understand it, but I do remember the vastness of the desert landscape that stretched out across the screen. Limitless and ever moving, the swirling sand easily overwhelmed the diminutive actors. And so it is today as well, the sands of time stretch out over you – past, present and future. Will they overwhelm you or will you embrace them as a friend who is unfolding your life in front of you like a wonderful gift meant just for you?” To your Happiness. Kita...
read moreGet in the Mud
“What’s your idea of getting in the mud? Dirty, messy, chaotic, liberating, childish, scary, unpredictable, fun, illogical, calculated, spontaneous, necessary, foolish, intentional, silly, serious, shaming, courageous…or maybe getting in the mud makes you think of nothing at all. Whatever your reaction, that’s all right. Regardless, for the lotus to grow, it needs the mud.” To your Happiness, Kita
read moreHumpty Dumpty had a Great Fall…
“”Humpty Dumpty sat on the wall. Humpty Dumpty had a great fall. All the King’s horses and all the King’s men couldn’t put Humpty Dumpty together again.” This popped into my head as I sat down to write. It’s not a rhyme that I particularly liked as a child or repeated often but its image conveys two important thoughts for today: there is a loss and an end to things, and second, herculean efforts will not bring them back no matter how enduring or familiar these things might have been to you. The act of moving forward – going beyond the egg can...
read moreYour Protective Wall
“Your protective wall – that wall, that boundary serving you by keeping you in balance, is needed now. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that it is a way of escaping what is unpleasant. Others may tell you that’s what it is. Far from it. It is not a Pollyanna wall but a balanced boundary supporting you to see the whole picture. Look and see the cracks, the ugliness and despair that are around you. But also look at the newness, the beauty and hope emerging in midst of the chaos. Your protective wall is actually a buttress of courage to take...
read moreRemember your Inner Child
“Those of you taking care of others during these extraordinary times – and who of us isn’t, whether on professional frontlines or in personal circumstances, are relying primarily on your adult “go-to” to be that mature, capable and responsible nurturer. Taking charge, assuming responsibility, being accountable are all phrases bandied about for those who have reached the age of majority though some are tasked when still in their youth – bless them! Stepping up and into a caring role is the good thing to do but in all of this, please remember...
read moreSet Out…
“However you do it… planning the night before; choosing what to wear; getting up sooner; eating or not depending on what you prefer; letting family and/or others know – but then this might be a private endeavour where ID is unnecessary; a final look at emails if this is your desire. Is everything in order? And if it isn’t, it doesn’t matter. What matters is that you set out. Near or far. Known or unknown. Promise yourself, you’ll take the steps to set out. Set out. Just set out.” To your Happiness, Kita
read moreTaking
“Taking a hit, taking to the streets, taking cover, taking care, taking notes, taking care of business, taking one for the team, taking him to the cleaners, taking pity on them, taking risks, taking a fancy to her, taking it out on your partner, taking her out, taking a turn, taking a let, taking advantage, taking mercy on someone…” To your Happiness, Kita
read moreCherish
“I value the word “cherish”. There’s a sanctity about it – maybe because it’s not used that often. It hasn’t lost that sense of reverence that a word like “love” has in its overuse and misuse. Cherish is the perfect way of saying “keep close to your heart not only those things which you care about most but also those things that are easily taken for granted.” Your feet taking you wherever you want to go. Your eyes reading this text. Your ears listening to a favourite song. Your mind making sense of the world around you. Your feelings erupting...
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