tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post7801802608652951885..comments2023-12-23T07:29:02.620-06:00Comments on Diary of a Self-Portrait: finding inner peace.Jessiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10377814945121401007noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post-72667132748063351072007-09-21T18:48:00.000-05:002007-09-21T18:48:00.000-05:00I think the tearing the list in half idea might ju...I think the tearing the list in half idea might just work. I recently had a panic attack for the second time in my life, which is probably just a character flaw, but who knows, maybe tearing my own list in half would have helped.<BR/><BR/>jeppeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post-2143925386281679312007-09-20T21:01:00.000-05:002007-09-20T21:01:00.000-05:00Inner peace indeed. It lifts my heart to read you...Inner peace indeed. It lifts my heart to read your words and I'm glad to hear you finally took that candlelit, relaxing bath you have been deserving for far too long.<BR/>Look at you girl...taking a stressful situation and turning it into a pleasureable experience. This is only one of the reasons I love you:)<BR/>Sorry I'm just now catching up on your last two posts as well...can I just say that I wish so badly we lived near one another. I read your words and that sense of connection is just there. Wish we could take an archery workshop together (though it could be a bit frightening if someone gave me an arrow..ha). So much I want to write...will send another letter soon.<BR/>Love you soul sister,<BR/>tdtara dawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07493936146686473190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post-43020249239714144362007-09-20T18:36:00.000-05:002007-09-20T18:36:00.000-05:00I know someone who attended a therapy group for pe...I know someone who attended a therapy group for people with depression. One of the tips for daily living they offered was the advice to tear any To-Do list that is made in half after writing it. The woman leading the group mentioned how inevitably we ste ourselves up for failure by setting unrealistic goals...<BR/>As for you and the soothing bath -- Ahh, sounds like a great way to relax.laundrygirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10414456180378176592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post-73750125546176999562007-09-20T18:28:00.000-05:002007-09-20T18:28:00.000-05:00Ha!i got a big kick out of Vinny and puppyhanging ...Ha!<BR/><BR/>i got a big kick out of Vinny and puppy<BR/>hanging out together!<BR/><BR/>:)<BR/><BR/>Jessie - way to go girl! It's all the mental<BR/>approach and you had such a lovely way of <BR/>looking at it and then rewarding yourself with<BR/>a wonderful bath after -<BR/><BR/>and those candles - i just <I>slow down</I><BR/>immediately when i light candles and incense<BR/>and poor a lovely pot of tea - <BR/><BR/>lovely post :)<BR/><BR/>warm hugs for you!madelynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10602912449241639436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post-40406200841224989172007-09-20T16:47:00.000-05:002007-09-20T16:47:00.000-05:00Hey well done for getting everything in perspectiv...Hey well done for getting everything in perspective and getting so centered! Also for some excellent self care :-)<BR/>From one who is very good at bashing herself on the head (me, well done!<BR/>P.S. How cute do those too look on the sofa?!Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09172329415798888414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post-77069367725333821802007-09-20T14:46:00.000-05:002007-09-20T14:46:00.000-05:00That is good! And that bath looks wonderful. I can...That is good! And that bath looks wonderful. I can't wait to have a good tub. ;)<BR/><BR/>I also get all crazy when the landlord is coming. So stupid. But I think you hit on something-- I think it has more to do with him finding fault with ME than my house. Dumb.<BR/><BR/>:)Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04680903854519503303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post-12112783543274311012007-09-20T14:40:00.000-05:002007-09-20T14:40:00.000-05:00J~ I am so glad you liked the journal! I do put al...J~ <BR/><BR/>I am so glad you liked the journal! I do put alot of me into them; my energy and positive thoughts and love.<BR/><BR/>I am going to try again with the bath...yours looks so relaxing!<BR/><BR/>I have been intending every morning. which has helped. Of course I make the coffee and chocolate milk for Ethan and juice for Maggie first! But then before anything else I make my I will and the universe will lists...<BR/><BR/>I try to intend through out the day, but I forget. While I am laying in bed before I sleep I say a prayer of appreciation and ask for a restful sleep and to awaken refreshed. I often get woken up during the night, but then I always ask to go back to sleep quickly. This has really helped as I use to fret all night long. Sometimes the fear would strangle me.<BR/><BR/>Jamie wrote a post recently about writing at the end of the day. I think I am going to try it. Here is a link<BR/>http://starshyneproductions.blogspot.com/2007/09/success-principles-principle-27.html<BR/><BR/>Love to you my friend!<BR/>XO, melbaMelanie Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07124900253892141834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post-61767312189770013132007-09-20T12:06:00.000-05:002007-09-20T12:06:00.000-05:00Excellent - as I always say, "when the going gets ...Excellent - as I always say, "when the going gets tough, the tough take a bath!" Your bathing area looks quite similar to where I retreat to every evening - in candlelight. <BR/><BR/>I know what you mean about being in hyper speed. Same. I have had to start making lists again to keep me moving in the right direction.<BR/><BR/>Hey, stop on by to see Sunny looking longingly and longingly at his beloved tennis ball. DOGS ROCK!The Dreamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01290191765817150140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post-53523318445802175222007-09-20T11:02:00.000-05:002007-09-20T11:02:00.000-05:00You captured how I feel a lot of the time. Settin...You captured how I feel a lot of the time. Setting myself up for failure. <BR/>IT was helpful to read of your process. Thank-you.bellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04165771647378109845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7352133.post-36084650392100213842007-09-20T07:17:00.000-05:002007-09-20T07:17:00.000-05:00i am really impressedwith how you were able to tak...i am really impressed<BR/>with how you were able to take<BR/>such a clear look at what<BR/>was pulling you down<BR/>and turn it into something<BR/>that was uplifting<BR/>and something to look forward to.<BR/><BR/>:)gkgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00403357033466233622noreply@blogger.com