The Meg Ryan of Grief
A candid therapist of mine once called me the Meg Ryan of grief. You know that scene in the movie When Harry Met Sally, the…
An Inner Pilgrimage to the Rooted Heart
A human being has so many skins inside, covering the depths of the heart … Go into your own ground and learn to know yourself…
Rubble and Ruins
When I was 19 years old, I volunteered in a shelter run by the Missionaries of Charity in India. Crowded along the banks of the…
Get Un-Hypnotized: Waking Out of the Trance
You will not achieve your happiness. Or rather you will not "achieve" your happiness. I’m not saying it’s impossible for you to be happy but…
What is EMDR?
John sat in the chair practically buzzing. His anxiety was palpable as he described the recent onset of panic whenever he had to audition. As…
Hypnosis FAQs
Hypnosis FAQs The natural healing force within each one of us is the greatest force in getting well. —Hippocrates People tend to have a lot…
Sitting in the Known Unknown
Birdsong punctuates the steady hum of the insects in the background of the conversation I am having with my mother. The last few days of…
The Shaman Within
Many years have passed since my former website photo was taken. It feels like lifetimes ago. It probably feels that way to you too. So…
Healing Mentor Meditation
Science has easily shown that plants grow healthier and stronger when their caretakers relate to them with kindness. Water forms beautiful crystal patterns when exposed…