I call acceptance the "A" word and it's a doozy but SO important. I tell myself and my clients to take it one second at a time and just to try. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. The empty seats are such a challenge and gratitude isn't a given so easily but trying for that too in itself is something and having people like you that share their thoughts and expertise are absolutely on my list of the positives to keep in mind. :)
I also agree with the comment about your message being so beautifully and thoughtfully written!!! It comes at such a timely moment for me as I have travelled to CA this week to be with a dear family member as she starts her chemotherapy journey. She has vowed to take each infusion a day at a time. She loves to journal, a believer in meditation, a lover of nature and spirituality and has a beautiful soul.
Exquisitely thought, considered, contemplated and directed toward real intention. this is a way foe us all to live more fully mentally healthier. Just do it!!!!!!!!!!!With appreciation for all your wisdom and sharing.
Thank you for this thoughtful newsletter as so many face the stress of the season and get overwhelmed. I'm so sorry for your loss, and hope you have a nurturing Thanksgiving!
In the front of my calendar, I have a phrase that helps. I don’t remember where it came from, but it helps me every day, as I breathe and meditate.
“Right now, it’s like this.”
I call acceptance the "A" word and it's a doozy but SO important. I tell myself and my clients to take it one second at a time and just to try. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. The empty seats are such a challenge and gratitude isn't a given so easily but trying for that too in itself is something and having people like you that share their thoughts and expertise are absolutely on my list of the positives to keep in mind. :)
This is so beautifully and thoughtfully written. So many points for me to reflect on and take away. Thank you so much ❤️
I LOVE your newsletters!!! They are so real!!! Just needed to add this comment too!
Thank you, Dr. McBride. I’ll be practicing the 4-7-8 breathing technique a lot these next days. And rereading this newsletter.
A good Thanksgiving to you and yours!
Thank you,Dr Mcbride ! Happy and HEALTHY Thanksgiving to you and yours !
Sorry to hear about your brother, Lucy 💗
Thank you, Lucy.
At this time of year, I reflect on the Serenity Prayer:
God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.
I’d be lost without your guidance
Have a lovely Thanksgiving
I also agree with the comment about your message being so beautifully and thoughtfully written!!! It comes at such a timely moment for me as I have travelled to CA this week to be with a dear family member as she starts her chemotherapy journey. She has vowed to take each infusion a day at a time. She loves to journal, a believer in meditation, a lover of nature and spirituality and has a beautiful soul.
Again, your message was so meaningful and timely.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
Exquisitely thought, considered, contemplated and directed toward real intention. this is a way foe us all to live more fully mentally healthier. Just do it!!!!!!!!!!!With appreciation for all your wisdom and sharing.
carino,ellen
I want to thank you for this subscription. I enjoy reading every one of them and look forward to the next. Happy Thanksgiving!
Life is heartbreak and joy. Your message of finding balance resonates.
Thank you for this thoughtful newsletter as so many face the stress of the season and get overwhelmed. I'm so sorry for your loss, and hope you have a nurturing Thanksgiving!
Peggy