Patricia Lynn Belkowitz, M.Msc., C.Ht., EFT

Give Yourself Permission

Do you remember field trips? A day of learning, exploring and adventure that took place outside of the classroom? Do you remember the excitement and anticipation leading up to the big day? And of course, you must not forget the all-important “permission slip” which...

Desiderata

Desiderata was found in Old Saint Paul’s Church in Baltimore. It was dated 1692.  I believe the wisdom holds true today; I think it’s worth sharing. Go Placidly amid the Noise & Haste, & remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as...

Happy or Not? It’s Your Choice!

Research tells us that there is a happiness formula (H=S+C+V). Happiness = Set Point + Conditions of Living + Voluntary Choices. We are born with our own happiness meter. Some of us are just born happier than others, regardless of life circumstances. We have a...

An Angel Takes Flight

  Jane made a splash. A big one. She was a flashy, splashy woman and I was honored to call her my friend. She had a mane of flaming red hair which at times reached to her waist and was her crowning glory – her trademark. Damn, it was as vibrant at 60 as it was at...

Leaving the Past Behind

Fire Drill yesterday was a little different than the ones I remember from elementary school. Do you remember the unexpected fire alarm which compelled us to follow the teacher’s orders? We were quiet, compliant and also a little excited. We knew there was no fire!...