Psychologist in private practice for 35+ years.
This is concerning- at least to me, someone who believes that science can help humanity and our larger world. But it can only help us if it is done well, and done for the sake of learning, not for political or ideological purposes.
18/05/2026
This is an ad, and I am not endorsing what is being sold (I have no clue how useful it is or is not)- however the post does highlight an important issue: the value in setting things up so that when we die (which will happen someday) our family members can better manage all of the practical issues that come up. It is a hard enough time emotionally for most people, without having to work out difficult bureaucratic catch-22’s as well.
Just breathe and let yourself take a break. A brief reset- a pause before the taking the next step. You might be surprised at how helpful it can be.
28/04/2026
Have you ever been to a “cuddle party”? Over the years I have taken part in various group exercises that invite participants to be vulnerable and to share openly with one another… I always feel very nervous and rather guarded to start, but have also usually felt really connected and positive about the experience afterwards. As humans we generally crave and benefit from safe connection with others.
Although I have gotten pretty good at being emotionally open with others, I have always been pretty reserved around physical touch (except with those closest to me)- my mind has pretty strict rules around who and when I will engage in physical touch… They are not “bad” rules, but they are very limiting, especially as my life has evolved over the years.
Recently I have become aware of “cuddle parties” - and although my knee jerk reaction is to say “no way- not for me!” I can also recognize that there might be some real growth opportunities for me in this area. I can also think of some of my clients who might benefit from such an experience. After all, I know that safe, positive touch is crucial for humans to really thrive- beneficial at many levels, and yet often hard to come by- especially for adults. So maybe I will give it a try…
Have any of you attended a cuddle party? What was your experience? Did you attend as a one time thing, or make it part of your regular life routine? I’d love to hear about your experiences!
The article shares one woman’s experience which I found interesting-
How A Cuddle Party Changed The Way I View Consent On March 28, I went to a cuddle party and didn't cuddle with anyone. And it was awesome. OK ... let me back up. A cuddle party is basically what it sounds like. A bunch of people gather in a room (in this case, a yoga studio) and spend several hours…
18/04/2026
Tending to the part of the garden you can touch is how we truly create lasting change in this world, and it’s how we can do it with love. When we attempt to create sweeping changes across the globe, we can get caught up and burnt out. But when we touch right where we are with love, our home, our community, our work, and those around us, they feel that love and they then carry it with them and spread it. The spiritual path invites us to make the garden around us beautiful, and from there that love and beauty spreads across this beautiful globe from a place of balance and care. 🌏
31/03/2026
Only Now
28/03/2026
Eos, crewed by my brother, his adult daughter, her husband, and a family friend, left Panama a few days ago to start the month long trip across the Pacific to the Marquesas Islands! The last time my brother Eric made this trip was back in 1978 (I believe) when he single-handed his 37’ trimaran Ocean Rover from Mexico. Things have sure changed over the years. Now we can be in regular contact via the internet, and can even track his progress in close to real-time via this link. And you can follow them on Instagram as well sailing.eos https://www.instagram.com/sailing.eos?igsh=MWVueHByc3g3Y2czbw==
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