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Sometimes We Just Need a Good “Listening To”

The late radio host Bill Drake used to quip, “Are you hard of listening?” as he emphasized the tendency to talk when we should be listening. In my career as a pastoral counselor, I found that my clients often longed for a trusted person to listen to their innermost concerns and understand them.  The iconic … Continue reading Sometimes We Just Need a Good “Listening To”

July 30, 2021September 7, 2021listening, understanding
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Gray Matters Continued

Sense of purpose goes a long way in helping alleviate despair, depression and anxiety often linked with a sense of worthlessness. Delivering Mobile Meals, visiting those who are shut in or any number of things which positively express our innate gifts and contribute to the betterment of ourselves and others are a few examples. This … Continue reading Gray Matters Continued

June 18, 2021September 7, 2021coping, volunteer
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Gray Matters

When All Else Fails There are times when we struggle to help loved ones with a mental disorder that is so very hard to get under control that it even leaves the mental health professionals in a quandary. Both our loved one and we become worn down and weary. Finally, at our wits end, we … Continue reading Gray Matters

June 17, 2021September 7, 2021coping, loved ones
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Appreciation for “Normal”

This pandemic leaves us with a heightened appreciation for what was once “normal” that far too often we didn’t realize to be so precious.  Lois is a friend we encounter walking in our neighborhood. Lois is a hugger. Before the pandemic it was not uncommon for her to smile and ask if it was okay … Continue reading Appreciation for “Normal”

April 19, 2021May 12, 2021

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