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Catherine Norton

Jan 211 min read

Faux Ami

In French class we learn the concept of the "faux ami" - an English word with a different meaning in French. A good example is 'blesser,'...

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Catherine Norton

Jan 31 min read

Turn Up the Heat

How often do we wait for someone else to get things started or for the time to be right before taking action? There is nothing wrong with...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 23, 20231 min read

The Sticky Trap

Whether it's a bad job, a bad romance, or a bad habit - the longer we delay departure, the harder leaving becomes. I am reminded of this...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 22, 20231 min read

Do Stuff

What we really want is to feel something. Ask honestly, "What do I want to feel?" and seek experiences accordingly. #ReadTheStain #writer...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 21, 20231 min read

Choose Wisely

Those who feel powerless are not paying attention. Today can be different than all the days that came before. All we have to do is...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 20, 20231 min read

Don't Hold Back

One must be relaxed enough to draw full breaths and release something beautiful without holding back. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 19, 20231 min read

Echoes of Perception

Everything before and after this moment in time exists within a single point that can be expanded and explored once we let go of the...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 8, 20231 min read

Ruins of Impermanence

Ruins remind us of impermanence - the futility of "holding on" to the material things of this world. Everything that rises will fall....

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Catherine Norton

Dec 7, 20231 min read

Commitment & Dedication

Life offers infinite opportunities to serve our higher purpose. Our values provide guides for actions to follow. Consider: How do my day...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 6, 20231 min read

Bullseye

Painting a bullseye vastly improves the odds of hitting the target. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology #spirituality #mindfulness...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 5, 20231 min read

Human Needs

We are human, after all. Why not explore healthier ways of meeting our needs instead of pretending we don't have them? #ReadTheStain...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 4, 20231 min read

Element of Chaos

Things didn't turn out as planned? That's okay. There is an element of chaos in every endeavor. Rack up the balls, line up a new shot,...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 3, 20231 min read

Tweaks

Each morning, pause to ask, "How did I do yesterday?" Then tweak the plan for today. Successful people allow bad days to steer them in a...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 2, 20231 min read

Joy Hides Everywhere

We just need to look for it. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology #spirituality #mindfulness #presence #awareness #joy #happiness...

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Catherine Norton

Dec 1, 20231 min read

Self Sovereignty

Integrity starts with self sovereignty - the power to choose the direction of our lives and to exercise exclusive control over our...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 30, 20231 min read

One Star

Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the incomprehensible nature of the universe, choose one star to focus on. In this moment, the star is...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 29, 20231 min read

Radiate

When feeling overwhelmed by darkness, shine a little brighter. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology #spirituality #mindfulness...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 28, 20231 min read

Connection

Beyond all of the languages, writing, words, and thoughts is connection. Connection is the quiet we encounter in meditation, the...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 27, 20231 min read

Strong Friends

Suffering may create a more dramatic story, but no one ever said we have to do it alone. What's hard for us might be easy for someone...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 26, 20231 min read

Primary Motivation

Not everyone is so competitive that "winning" is the primary motivation. Perhaps we enjoy learning, watching others grow, or simply...

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