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!
Photo by Jennifer Robertson
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 MoreNo matter how well we think we know a person, we can’t know everything that has happened to them. It can be fun and rewarding to learn more. Sometimes, all it takes is for us to ask.
Read MoreWhether we are sorting through our belongings or mining our life experiences for stories, so often, less is more. Reflecting on our values can help us decide what to release and what to hold onto.
Read MoreThere are many ways to deal with challenging life situations. One way is to look for microjoys that can lift our moods by taking us back to fun moments from our past.
Read MoreWhen friends and relatives lose someone they love, our words often seem inadequate. What’s most important is simply to be there for them and to let them know we care.
Read MoreFirst impressions are often wrong. Our lives can be enriched if we take the time to listen to the stories of the people we encounter, especially those who seem at first glance to be very different from us.
Read MoreThe best gift of the season is that of time spent with people we love, whether they are near or far.
Read MoreFamily members who remember us as babies and toddlers are often our best cheerleaders. Family reunions give us an opportunity to embrace and celebrate each other.
Read MoreStudies show that one very quick way to reset our moods is to look at old photographs. Recalling fond memories and fast friends reminds us of happier times.
Read MoreIf you’re stressing trying to find the perfect gift for someone this week, remember that simple gifts from the heart are often the most meaningful.
Read MoreBy taking note and writing down the daily kindnesses our partners show us, we can diminish our irritation and increase our positive feelings towards them.
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