Friends | Life’s Many Lessons

Are You a Good Friend to Yourself?

August 18, 2022October 18, 2022 Pat

Friendships are meaningful; we treasure our friends and what they bring to our lives. What do you think about your relationship with yourself? Do you …

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Why Do People Gossip, and Does It Annoy You When You Hear it?

June 15, 2022October 18, 2022 Pat

Over the years, our women’s group has discussed many exciting and challenging topics, yet at one of our meetings, the subject of “gossiping” initiated interesting …

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Do You Take the Time to Listen to Yourself?

October 8, 2021 Pat

Listening is a beautiful gift we CHOOSE to embrace — a way to get to know ourselves. It is the ability to inquire how you are feeling, doing, reacting in your life, and figuring out what would make you happy. Listening reduces stress, helps you heal yourself, and provides opportunities to create what you want in life.

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When Friends Hurt

January 22, 2011May 15, 2020 Pat

What happens when a good friend hurts you? How do you feel? I had to deal with a situation recently where a friend was harsh (from my perspective) and frustrated with me while we worked on a project together. I was so taken back and hurt by her comments. She is a dear friend, and yet I wanted to walk away because I didn’t know what to do with my reactions.

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Life Lessons of a Funeral

March 27, 2010May 15, 2020 Pat

How do I want others to remember me when I die? I want them to know that I loved them and thought they were important. I want to let my family and friends know how great they are and how much I appreciated them. I am grateful that they were part of my journey in life. I’ve learned a lot from them; they offered me comfort and buffered me from my aloneness.

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Closing One Year, Opening Another

December 27, 2009September 19, 2022 Pat

My life lesson – reviewing the last year didn’t uncover anything that was overtly exciting or different from what most people experience. Rather I got to evaluate whether I was pleased with my choices or whether I want to add something different in my life. Then I can walk through the door to the next year.

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Life Changes Quickly

July 27, 2009May 15, 2020 Pat

I’m coasting along my path in life, minding my own business (well not exactly) when a significant change comes into my world. Have you had this experience? One day you have one reality and the next day it changes.

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Do You Know How to Play Hooky?

April 26, 2009May 15, 2020 Pat

I have a strong work ethic, so I never worry about not working. It’s my ‘fun’ ethic that I’m concerned about these days. Fun is anything that allows me to feel good. I can have fun at work and do enjoy what I do. Though the work routine calls for a break…that’s where playing hooky is perfect.

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What Have I Learned From The Holidays

December 28, 2008May 15, 2020 Pat

I realized that light conversations are just as important as more intense dialogues with family and friends. I decided to be present with each person exactly as we were with no additional expectations. At this time in my life, I’m honoring that what happens is just perfect. I’ve decided I didn’t want to leave a holiday season dissatisfied because of unrealistic expectations. Instead, I chose to cherish every moment with the important people in my life.

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