Sigmund Freud created a psychoanalytical model composed of three distinct parts. The ego, the superego, and the id make up the Iceberg Model of the Mind. On the surface is the conscious mind, the ego, which steers the iceberg using the moral compass of the superego. Beneath the surface...
Energetic drivers are formed before birth, in alignment with our mission on Earth. They compel us to live a life of purpose and meaning. Or they compel us to avoid that which is our destiny (tee hee). Although I’m kidding on some level, it is only slightly true. The...
This is one of those words that is challenging to define. For example, some might say tranquility is an environment free from noise, agitation, and violence. Calmness is a mental state of peace free from disturbance. It sounds like I’m describing relaxation, but peace and calmness can be found...
In psychoanalysis, complex is a group of emotions that are completely or partially repressed. Repression causes psychic conflict, leading to abnormal mental states or behavior. In mathematics, complex denotes numbers or quantities containing both real and imaginary parts. But I wanted to write about joy! (tee hee). We humans...
We just experienced the Hunger Moon this week, setting the energy for the last week of February and the first week in March. We also received the gift of an extra day in 2024, due to leap year. The energies collided to make for an interesting finale to February....
A worldview is a construct formed by making assumptions of a physical and social reality. Each individual makes their own comprehensive model. The result has a powerful effect on cognition and behavior. The worldview construct is one of the most studied in trying to understand human psyche. Why? you...
The Chinese New Year is marked by the second new moon after the winter solstice. It all started with an ancient poem telling the story of 12 mythical animals. Each one descended from the heavens in celebration of the coming of spring. The 12 stations along the path to...
Most of you know I like to play with words. During a recent exchange, I found myself making a typo. Instead of permanent solution, I wrote permanent soulution. Now my Word Spell is correcting solution with the word soulution. (tee hee) What a happy accident! The inquiry was about...
Have you ever wrestled with the issue of hearing voices? Well, I have (tee hee). I ask for the energy to voice every week! Seriously, I have worked with many people who struggle with hearing voices. When the voices become negative, it can be very concerning. What if you...
No, this is not a whisper about politics (tee hee). Biological free radicals are unstable atoms. These atoms have electrons available to react with lipids, proteins, and DNA. Along with oxidants, they can be toxic or beneficial. Free radicals can damage cells, causing illness and aging. They are made...
