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July 17, 2011

Detachment is one pathway to peace of mind. . .

I have written often about detachment. In books, articles and throughout this blog. It's of major importance to my life because it's the key to my own peaceful state of mind. I want to stress that detachment doesn't mean not caring about others. In fact, it[...]

Karen's Musings

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July 13, 2011

Civility is at an all-time low. . .

I have written about this topic before. And I will likely write about it again. It's really shameful and even embarrassing to read on line and in the news magazines, what the various political figures say about each other on a daily basis. Whether it's on the[...]

Your Experience, Strength and Hope

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July 9, 2011

Sponsorship is a key avenue to acquiring gratitude.

I have a new sponsee. She is a lovely young Native American woman who at the age of 30, is the mother of five. Her husband gently asked if I'd be her temporary sponsor at a meeting we both attended and I happily called her that day. Since then I have been picki[...]

What I Believe - You and Your Higher Power

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July 4, 2011

Life can change in the blink of an eye . . .

A good friend of mine had a stroke last Sunday. One minute he was out for breakfast with some friends and the next minute, when he was saying his farewells, his speech became garbled. Fortunately for him one friend had lingered and noticing the changed speech,[...]

Reflections in the Mirror - You and Yourself

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June 28, 2011

Acceptance is the way to peace of mind. . .

Those of us in Alcoholics Anonymous know, "acceptance is the answer to all our problems." Many of us would agree that it's easier said than done, but I am living proof that it can be done if you are willing, persistent, and make a habit of practicing acceptance.[...]

Your Experience, Strength and Hope

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June 21, 2011

Listening is a tool that can help someone heal. . .

Listening is a gift of nearly immeasurable proportion that we can give to others. There are really no words that can adequately describe the importance of "tuning in to" the words of a friend, or on occasion, a stranger who is hurting. We have often heard it sa[...]

What I Believe - You and Your Higher Power, Your Experience, Strength and Hope

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June 15, 2011

Every thing is subject to change, except for the presence of God. . .

One of my best friends was just diagnosed with breast cancer in both breasts. I met her yesterday for lunch and we hugged each other really tight. I am sad. I am scared for her. But I am sure that her Higher Power is holding her hand at this very moment. And I[...]

What I Believe - You and Your Higher Power

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June 10, 2011

Your Higher Power is your constant companion. . .

Having a Higher Power as one's companion makes every circumstance in our lives manageable and tolerable if we utilize the help that is available to us. It also means we are never experiencing any thing alone. Those instances when we feel forgotten or scared or[...]

Karen's Musings, Reflections in the Mirror - You and Yourself

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June 6, 2011

Perseverance and finding a balance pays off. . .

Sticking to a project of any kind provides its own reward. I learned this well while in graduate school. I was an enigma to my friends because I loved writing the multitude of papers that were assigned. And unlike most of them, I didn't put them off until the[...]

Karen's Musings

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May 31, 2011

Memorial Day is for honoring those who have given their lives. . .

I was thinking about the reason for our celebration of Memorial day over this past week end. And I think it's good and right that we honor those men and women who have given their lives in the service of our country, but I wonder if we spend enough time honoring[...]