Happy Holidays?
Every year, as the month of December approaches, I vow to make THIS holiday season better. I have been looking for more joy – but have had difficulty finding it. For some … Find Out More
Author: Meri McCoy-Thompson
Gratitude and Generosity Create Ripples
Last spring, I had the pleasure of hosting a Resilience Circle for anyone who wanted to attend. A whole variety of people came–healthcare workers and educators and one woman who worked at a shelter … Find Out More
Noticing Others with Delight😍
Noticing Others…even before 7 am. I am a morning person, but my husband Steve is not. So when the garbage truck came early this morning and woke us up, my brain … Find Out More
Leaning Into Courage
Courage means following our hearts, listening to our inner wisdom. The Resilient Mindset of Courage can help us do that most difficult of things – change ourselves. So often, we are focused … Find Out More
Kindness carries us when we need it
Queen Elizabeth II shared her understanding of how small acts of kindness make a huge difference in her Christmas address of 2016. Choosing Kindness I received a nice note the other day … Find Out More
Heartfelt Listening Deepens Our Connections
Death has a way of focusing us. Whether it is expected or sudden, the uniqueness and permanence of it make other concerns feel less important. The heightened emotions around death make Resilience Skills especially … Find Out More
Creating Bridges Across Our Cultural Patterns
I will admit it. Watching and reading about the January 6th Congressional hearings makes me angry. As I have learned by practicing the Centering Skill of “Noticing Myself”–that anger is a signal … Find Out More
The Change We Need Requires Contributing Intentionally
The shootings from the past few weeks are so painful. I can easily get overwhelmed. When I use the Centering Skill of Noticing Myself, I notice I am feeling angry, sad, and full of grief. … Find Out More
Communicate What You Appreciate
I am lucky. I work with someone who sends these types of emails every day: “You’re the best. — thanks for thinking of this for us!” “I … Find Out More