| inner resources for renewal and transformation |
"...where there is bitterness wisdom is lacking, and where wisdom is there can be no bitterness" - C.G. Jung, Mysterium Coniunctionis.
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The importance of renewal in our work
Feb, 11 2013 09:02In a recent opinion article in the New York Times, Tony Schwartz cites research and statistics that human beings are more effective and efficient and productive when they get sufficient sleep and take regular breaks and vacations, rather than continue to grind away for hours on end.
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Treating Neurogenic Hypertension
Feb, 4 2013 08:02In a recent article in the New York Times, Jane Brody cites work by Dr. Samuel J. Mann, a hypertension specialist at Will-Cornell Medical College. It is important to understand the underlying causes of hypertension in order to treat it properly.
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The importance of love and encouragement in fostering creativity
Jan, 28 2013 08:01A moving 2012 TED talk by children's book writer and illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka reminds us that negative parenting can be amply compensated by the care and attention of others.
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The Burden of Exceptionalism
Sep, 4 2012 08:09An article in the New York Times “Redefining Success and Celebrating the Ordinary” Alina Tugend brings to our attention the tyranny of exceptionalism, one of the great “isms” of our modern culture is. She cites a 2012 graduation speech to Wellesley High graduates by English teacher, David McCullough, Jr. It went viral with the words “You are not special. You are not exceptional”.
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How long does analysis take?
Jun, 30 2012 08:06Sometimes I am asked at the beginning of a new analysis “How long will this take?” My answer, sounding admittedly tautological, perhaps even evasive, is often, “It will take as long as it takes.” I also point out that the psyche moves at its own pace. There is no “one size fits all” approach.
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Exploring the neuroscience of transformation
Jun, 28 2012 07:06Much work has been done over the past several decades in the field of neuroscience. Brain patterns do indeed change by those engaged in "mindfulness", whether through meditation or the work of psychotherapy.