Category Archives: be connected

Saying Goodbye to Bingo: A Life Lesson in Letting Go of Life

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Lauren

I.   Our family had a special voice we used in order to talk on behalf of our dog, Bingo. “Bingo’s voice” was high pitched and raspy — a sort hybrid of whininess and spunk. A blend of his adorable neurosis … Continue reading →

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How To Be Relaxed: Making the Most of Your Time

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Lauren

Do you ever have the feeling that you are racing against time? That you have too much to do and too little time to do it? It’s a common problem and its results can be devastating, leaving us with feelings … Continue reading →

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Be Wise: The lesson you can learn from Eeyore the “Awfuller”

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Lauren

“Good morning, Eeyore,” said Pooh. “Good morning, Pooh Bear,” said Eeyore gloomily. “If it is a good morning, which I doubt,” said he. “Why, what’s the matter?” “Nothing, Pooh Bear, nothing. We can’t all, and some of us don’t. That’s … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Videos that Will Make You Cry (In a Good Way!)

Posted on April 7, 2012 by Lauren

NOTE: Scroll on down if you just want to see the “TOP TEN Videos that Will Make You Cry”!  I am a big believer in the healing power of tears. I believe this because I am a cryer. I cry … Continue reading →

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Parents: It’s not “I love you but …” — it’s “I love you AND …”

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Lauren

“I love you but you are being so irresponsible.” “I love you but I am sick and tired of asking you to pick up your stuff.” “I love you but you have got to bring your grades up.” “I love … Continue reading →

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How To Be Connected: A Class Reunion in Cyberspace

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Lauren

During the month of December, I’ll be participating in a project called Reverb 10.  Reverb 10 is “an open online initiative that encourages participants to reflect on this year and manifest what’s next. It’s an opportunity to retreat and consider the reverberations of your … Continue reading →

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How To Be Loving: Treat everything you touch as you would a beloved child

Posted on March 26, 2010 by Lauren

  The other day I was telling my teenage daughter how odd it is (if you think about it — which I do) that if you are having trouble with some object — let’s say a cell phone that loses … Continue reading →

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