by Kim Childs, CPPC It seems the changes that began with the pandemic keep coming as we move into spring during a year filled with its own changes and challenges. No matter what is happening around us, we can work to cultivate internal states that optimize our chances for achieving greater peace, resilience, happiness and success in life. Positive psychology, the so-called “science of happiness” that was established in the late 90s by Martin Seligman, Sonja Lyubormirski, Barbara Frederickson and…
by Kim Childs, CPPC At some point in the process of recovering from my divorce, I realized that I was having trouble dreaming new dreams. While I’d done a lot to heal the emotional pain of my failed marriage, this was something different…and deeper. Eventually, I came to realize that I needed to mourn the dreams I'd had for me and my ex-husband that didn’t come true, and the hopes and plans I had for my own life when I…
December 10, 2012
appreciation, being on time, change, childless, comparing, compliments, courage, delight, despairing, empathy, faith, following your passion, friends, God, good habits, gratitude, happiness, hippie freak, influence, integration, joy, Kripalu, life lessons, Listening, Maya Angelou, mid-life, mission, nature, opportunity, Oprah, patience, pause, post-traumatic growth, promptness, public radio, readiness, resilience, rest, right livelihood, risk taking, savoring, self worth, self-improvement, sensitivity, talent, tardiness, teaching, Turning 50, waiting, walking, wonder, yoga
I just turned 50 and, while it’s difficult to wrap my mind around this chronological fact, I think it begs a celebration. I’m therefore inspired to list 50 things that I’ve learned in my five decades on the planet. It’s a gift to myself, really, to honor the wisdom that I’ve received from people and life, some of which I’ve passed on to my students and clients. We all learn from each other. 1) Believe in your worth. It pains…
October 15, 2012
comfort, coping, creativity and healing, Deepak Chopra, difficulties, healing, heartbreak, Mira Kirshenbaum, recovery, resilience, self-soothing
by Kim Childs, CPPC I've had a rough couple of months as some major bummers have rattled my faith, dashed a few hopes and driven me to big, fat tears. However unique my circumstances, I know I'm not alone. A glance at the news reveals countless people grappling with crumbling economies, joblessness, violence and bullies of all kinds as we Americans head toward a pivotal presidential election. Lately, even our peanut butter and painkillers are tainted. Sometimes, it’s just all…