Bullying Ways – What We Suppress Persists

Bullying Ways – What We Suppress Persists

Growing up I remember being told to stay away from the cookie drawer. That request only caused me to want those cookies even more. Now having studied the systemic work of family constellations, I can see one of the core principles at work – what we exclude may expand...
Sense of Self-Value – Valuing Yourself

Sense of Self-Value – Valuing Yourself

A few months ago, I participated in several events connected to high-value clients and high-value programs. While I understand the rationale behind the concept, I found myself triggered by the term “high value” especially when used in reference to a group of people. I...
Inclusion and Exclusion – Judgment

Inclusion and Exclusion – Judgment

In one of my corporate roles, I was considered to be extremely analytical and intense. Expectations of me, opportunities for me, and interactions with me were impacted by those “judgments” and “labels” held by others. After health issues started me on my journey to...
Inclusion and Exclusion – Life Events

Inclusion and Exclusion – Life Events

Recently, I was watching a video about a first time meeting between a biological father and the daughter he did not know he had. After watching their heartwarming encounter, I was struck by how he acknowledged a new member of his family. He used words to the effect of...