The Cure by Albert Huffstickler

The Cure by Albert Huffstickler

Nov 16, 2023 | Poetry, Self-Compassion

We think we get over things. We don’t get over things. Or say, we get over the measles but not a broken heart. We need to make that distinction. The things that become part of our experience never become less a part of our experience. How can I say it? The way to “get...
Self-Care is Never a Selfish Act…

Self-Care is Never a Selfish Act…

Nov 16, 2023 | Mindfulness, Self-Compassion

“Self-care is never a selfish act – it is simply good stewardship of the only gift I have, the gift I was put on earth to offer to others. Anytime we can listen to true self, and give it the care it requires, we do so not only for ourselves, but for the many others...
Forgiveness

Forgiveness

Nov 16, 2023 | Self-Compassion

All forgiveness is ultimately self-forgiveness. It’s a radical form of self-acceptance. It’s a way to set down old pain. It’s a way of not keeping ourselves out of our own hearts.” — Frank Ostaseski, Author of The Five...
Buddhist Prayer of Forgiveness

Buddhist Prayer of Forgiveness

Nov 16, 2023 | Mindfulness, Self-Compassion

If I have harmed anyone in any way either knowingly or unknowingly through my own confusions I ask their forgiveness. If anyone has harmed me in any way either knowingly or unknowingly through their own confusions I forgive them. And if there is a situation I am not...
I Wonder by Derek Tasker

I Wonder by Derek Tasker

Oct 6, 2023 | Poetry, Self-Compassion

I wonder what would happen if I treated everyone like I was in love With them, whether I liked them or not And whether they respond or not and no matter What they say or do to me, and even if I see Things in them that are ugly, twisted, petty, Cruel, vain, deceitful,...