Hi, I’m Elaine.
I like helping people to tap into their best qualities and to recognize and encourage them in others. I’ve spent a lifetime learning how to be happy by living authentically. Being true to ourselves and open and honest with others can be daunting, but it’s so worth it. It’s something that can be learned over time, one concept at a time.
As a lifelong reader and curious observer, for me being authentic often means going a little deeper to get to the heart of the matter. In my posts, I’ll be offering a sincere and thoughtful exploration into the most intimate and emotionally satisfying aspects of personal growth. I’ll also make suggestions, based on my own experiences, about how you can look within and discover who you truly are, with the goal of helping you to create a more fulfilling life for yourself.
If you’re ready to get started, read on!
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During the early stages of grief or loss, we can be so overwhelmed with our pain that it can get in the way of our daily activities. Compartmentalization allows us to set aside our feelings when we need to so we can focus on the tasks at hand.
Read MoreMost of us care deeply about our friends when they’re struggling and want to support them. By listening to their woes first before trying to boost their spirits, we’ll be much more likely to help them feel better.
Read MoreAs humans, we are more connected to each other than we think, through both time and place. Stepping back to tap into a sense of oneness with others can provide us with a sense of peace during troubled times.
Read MoreDefense mechanisms can help us face anxieties and situations that might normally cause us stress. Projection involves misattributing our thoughts and feelings to another person. Therapy can help us identify the root causes of this behavior.
Read MoreShame can cause us to inaccurately assess our skills, making us feel like imposters. When we learn to embrace all the parts of our personalities, including those that make us feel uncomfortable, we can feel whole and real again.
Read MoreOur emotions shape our thoughts and decisions. Expanding our emotional range can improve our health, relationships, and our level of satisfaction with our lives.
Read MoreWhen we’re stressed out or overwhelmed, practicing mindfulness meditation can help us recalibrate and rebalance ourselves so we’re better prepared to handle life’s challenges.
Read MoreFlashes of insight are not as random as they may seem. You can take certain steps to increase their likelihood.
Read MoreOur “shadow of possibilities" is the self we will grow into if we continue on our path of learning, stretching ourselves so that we become more fully formed.
Read MoreDeveloping the ability to acknowledge our mistakes and offer a sincere and complete apology when we hurt others can go a long way toward repairing our relationships.
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