LIFESHINE BLOG

Accepting the Things I Cannot Change...

The homepage of my website states, “Life is full of unexpected twists and turns.” Let’s first off say that nobody wishes the difficulty...

The Importance of Connection

As a dog owner, I never stop appreciating the welcome I receive when I walk through the door. Dogs are pack animals, and after some...

The Power is Yours! Embracing Powerlessness

"God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, Courage to change the things I can, And wisdom to know the difference."...

Living with Anxiety - 7 Tools to Begin Coping

Anxiety is a state of being in which we struggle with feelings of nervousness, worry, or uneasiness. It differs from fear which is an...

6 Steps to Establishing Healthy Boundaries

Boundaries are one of the most important aspects of healthy, mutually satisfying relationships. Simply put, boundaries define what is...

5 Ways to Embrace a New Direction!

Life is a series of frequent changes. Some changes are welcomed; others range from inconvenient to catastrophic. Transitions are times of...

Before you start that New Year's Resolution...

January can be a stressful month for many who set New Year’s Resolutions. The definition of Resolution is “a firm decision to do or not...

Lost & Found - A journey from Codependency

In a prior blog post, I wrote about addiction as a family disease, and how important it is for family members to reach out and look after...

Loss & Grief during Life Changes

When we hear the term “loss & grief”, many of us immediately reference the death of a loved one. Losing someone or something you love or...

Accepting the Gifts of our Feelings

Whether we are reacting to a difficult situation, or sitting in the warm glow of contentment, feelings are with us on a constant basis. ...