My intention here is to be available for support or guidance. This will be a place for those who are experiencing stressful life changes or are at a crossroad in their lives. Consider this a cyber ministry for the soul.  

The focus here is to listen and encourage those needing temporary counsel. Although it is through the  e-mail, it can still be effective. Think of it as journaling with a reply, so to speak. A simple step that may help someone  move toward healing their spirit. Many circumstances, whether in our control or not, can cause major turning points in our lives. 

Sometimes sharing stories is a  helpful way to discover where we are in our lives at any point. Maybe it would be the only stress reliever needed at any particular time. It can also be an enjoyable and helpful way to inspire thoughts that may lead to a direction or decision.

One person does not have all the answers, only ideas that may guide. Ultimately it is a personal choice of what to do with the ideas.  Healing will begin when the decision is made  to start looking within to find your own personal strength.

Choices, whether right or wrong all contribute to personal growth. I believe everything happens for a purpose. During the times of intense challenges the messages are difficult to see. Our spirit is what keeps us moving forward. I call it our get-up and go. Sometimes there may be a feeling that some part of us is missing. We go about the day automatically. With stress overload it is like looking but not seeing and listening but not hearing.

Learning to feel again is when healing begins. Awareness is the key. Denial keeps us from moving forward in our lives. Inner strength begins to grow when a decision is made  to let some of the emotional turmoil go. It is about attitude, choices, decisions and feelings.

Any choice carries a consequence, but personally I have found that finally deciding is the most difficult part of making a decision! It is making a commitment to personal beliefs and "walking our talk". It is taking the first step to being more in control of our own needs, whatever we choose that first step to be.

Conditioning of life, personal losses, the control of abuse and societal expectations are some of our molding influences. The days are filled with doing what is expected. We fear or accept the judgments placed on us from family, friends or society. We have a tendency to overlook ourselves. It is easy to forget who we are or what we want. It is the way we respond when asked the question: Why? 

Each person has what I refer to as shadow and light. The shadow side is kept hidden most of the time. Maybe it is our creative expression, anger, a negative attitude or secrets we repress. The outer personality is what is seen and more acceptable for the roles we fill in our daily responsibilities. It is neccessary to acknowledge and accept both sides of ourselves so that we feel more whole and balanced. When the two are in conflict the resulting anxiety causes problems.

Someone said to me long ago, "you cannot please everyone or save the world". Maybe there is some truth to those words. Personally I believe by caring, lending encouragement and support that maybe a difference can be made. Possibly  this meant to let go of those who are not willing to do the work of healing. It is a process, but always worth the effort. 

I am a registered nurse with experiences of the years, both personal and professional. There will be no judgements here. We are all on the same journey of life, with  each person doing it in a different way. It is all about being true to oneself

As with myself through the years, these pages will be also be a work in progress. In the computer world, this site may seem generically simple and unglamorous, but it is my intention here that matters. I wonder if a quieter, more humble place might be a refreshing break.

If I am able to help someone find an answer, maybe they will pass it on to help another. This is just my way of giving back to the Universe. It is my way of thanks for all the strength and courage I have needed and been given.

All are welcome, but this is mostly a place for women. There is no distinction between race, creed, or status. It is for those who have had experiences of the years and for the young (over eighteen) who are finding their way. Hopefully this will  be a place to express gladness as well as sadness.

Be advised that it is not intended here to be instructional for medical diagnosis or drug-alcohol counsel. Contact a facility intended for this. 

Here is for sharing, spiritual healing, guidance, support, stories and other interests. I suppose it could be considered writing a letter to youself when sending e-mail here. All faiths are acknowledged with respect. Non-denominational.  

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Is there anyone so wise as to learn by the experience of another  ~Voltaire

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