February 2, 2020
Do You Like Your Life Now?
I’m writing a memoir so I read memoir. The latest: We Are the Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober … [Read More] “Do You Like Your Life Now?”
Category: Spirituality
January 19, 2020
An Average Life
Reach for the stars! Set goals! Raise the bar! Be your best self! Have an impact! You can do it! … [Read More] “An Average Life”
January 12, 2020
52 Lessons for 52 Years
Last Saturday afternoon I sat in my reclining love seat, turned on the electric blanket, and placed a heating pad … [Read More] “52 Lessons for 52 Years”
October 20, 2019
A Greek Retreat
On September 17, I locked my front door and bags in hand, headed to the Charlottetown Airport where I met … [Read More] “A Greek Retreat”
September 8, 2019
Reflections from the Beach
“You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” – Jon Kabat-Zinn Last weekend, I convinced Raymond to … [Read More] “Reflections from the Beach”
June 23, 2019
Lessons from a Retreat
Recently, I had a transformative experience. At the risk of sounding cliche, I’d call it life changing because not only … [Read More] “Lessons from a Retreat”
May 26, 2019
Energy Vampires
No one is responsible for taking away your happiness but yourself. You know them. They hover around, slowly sucking the … [Read More] “Energy Vampires”
April 21, 2019
Why I Go on Retreat
This week, I’m delighted to have my memoir coach and friend as a guest blogger on Thymewood. Once a month, … [Read More] “Why I Go on Retreat”
March 24, 2019
You Are What You Think
Buddhist philosophy indicates that your thoughts are a primary source of your suffering while cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) encourages you to … [Read More] “You Are What You Think”
March 17, 2019
Getting Back on Track
Stagnation is often a sign that great things are on the horizon. For years, I walked for exercise. I even … [Read More] “Getting Back on Track”