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How often do you shift gears in life?

Posted on Oct 21st, 2009 by barbara : eternal presence barbara

I don't know much about shifting but I sure seem to clutch a lot . . .

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What would you most like to see changed in the world?

Posted on Oct 7th, 2009 by barbara : eternal presence barbara

that we would care for, love, and protect all of our children . . .  

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What would be the hardest thing to change about yourself?

Posted on Sep 30th, 2009 by barbara : eternal presence barbara

My big mouth followed closely by my insatiable need to learn (they are not necessarily related nor are they exclusive of each other -- I often learn by shooting off my mouth that I should... More »

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Have you been unsuccessful at changing something?

Posted on Aug 5th, 2009 by barbara : eternal presence barbara

I actually put myself into therapy 30 years ago with the intent to become like everyone else  -- believing that I could SOMEHOW become normal if I was like other people. I have failed miserably... More »

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Lucy_therapy

Have you successfully changed something about yourself?

Posted on Aug 4th, 2009 by barbara : eternal presence barbara

I quit smoking 20 years ago and it was singularly the most significant change I have ever made in myself -- I set myself free in so many ways letting go of that addiction. Every once in... More »

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Who supports your growth?

Posted on Jun 22nd, 2009 by barbara : eternal presence barbara

I have a few close precious friends who qualify as saints, a spiritual community of special people who are as comfortable as a warm blanket, this slightly kooky online gathering  of souls at Gaia, and... More »

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What was the last risk you took?

Posted on May 6th, 2009 by barbara : eternal presence barbara

Letting go of control (or the illusion of control) is my major risk and I do it every day, a little more . . . a little more. Risk implies there is something to lose .... More »

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Happy_birthday_balloons

When did you do the most growing up?

Posted on May 4th, 2009 by barbara : eternal presence barbara

My first impulse this morning was to respond: I was born grown-up. But since it was 5:00 a.m. and I was a little bit grumpy, I let that feeling pass, went to work, left it... More »

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What can you do right now to make a positive difference?

Posted on May 1st, 2009 by barbara : eternal presence barbara

Take care of me. Taking care of me means taking care of the environment that supports me (both internal and external). Taking care of me means being present and accountable for my interactions with others.... More »

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