Terry Tempest Williams captures the essence of denial in her powerful words: “Denial stops us from listening… But denial lies. It protects us from the potency of a truth we cannot yet bear to accept.” Denial may feel like a safe haven, a refuge from harsh realities. It lulls us with the familiar and promises…
Month: June 2024
Summer Soltice
June 20th holds a special place in my heart for two reasons. It’s the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, but more importantly, it’s the anniversary of my life-saving liver transplant fourteen years ago. Without the generosity of my donor’s family and the incredible skill and compassion of the professionals at Georgetown University…
Quiet Strength
Over the years, I’ve encountered many people who possess a quality I deeply admire: quiet strength. These individuals exude a quiet dignity and grace, carrying themselves with a quiet confidence that commands attention. They don’t demand the spotlight; instead, they enter a room with a subtle power that draws people in. Their strength feels less…
A Meditation on Change
I thought I’d try something different. Let me know what you think. Bring your awareness to the quote by Virginia Woolf: “A self that goes on changing is a self that goes on living.” Consider the truth in this statement. Think of a time in your life when you went through a significant change. How…
Facing My Impermanence
This morning, a quote struck me: “The more we accept our impermanence, the more we can embrace our remaining life.” It’s true. We often see reminders of impermanence everywhere – in the aches and pains discussed by retired athletes, the health concerns shared by seniors, even my own morning routine of reading obituaries alongside the…