If you are you one of the 30% (or more) of American women who have been abused or abandoned in childhood, it’s likely that you are–or have been–in an abusive relationship as an adult. We repeat the past. But we … Continue reading
Category Archives: Fears
On a recent weekend in Atlantic City, a woman won a bucketful of quarters at a slot machine. She took a break from the slots for dinner with her husband in the hotel dining room. But first she wanted to … Continue reading
I live in temperate Oregon but, as in much of the country, we’re having a snow storm. Luli, my Samoyed, owns me but today I decided that since the big white fluffy dogs from Siberia are work dogs, I would … Continue reading
In this culture, we have not been particularly aware that our current distresses might be linked to our past distresses–especially childhood trauma. But as an EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) energy tapping practitioner, I was trained to pay special attention to … Continue reading
We’re often told “In everything give thanks”. Sometimes that’s easier said than done. It’s easy to be grateful for a warm house, loving friends, clean air, water, Thanksgiving dinner, reasonably good health, or a special partner or pet. But what … Continue reading
On November 11th we remember veterans and our hearts ache for them. Some never made it home–and we still grieve. For others, “the war is over, but their battles never end.” You and I personally know veterans who daily carry … Continue reading
Did you know that 25-30% of American women have been neglected or abused in childhood—emotionally, physically or sexually? We are so vulnerable in childhood. Even seemingly minor abuse gets stored in the mind-body-energy system. And these early messages can set … Continue reading
Case Story: A teenager witnesses a murder—and twenty years later finds relief in one EFT session. Do you (or someone you love) still have flashbacks, nightmares or chronic pain from an auto accident, rape, house invasion or other traumatic event … Continue reading