Catherine Norton
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 4, 20231 min read
Elevation
Wherever there are humans, there will be noise. This creates an opportunity to practice elevation. Ask: How can I be in the world while...
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Catherine Norton
Nov 3, 20231 min read
Wheelhouse
Everyone has a wheelhouse of interests and personal expertise. Doesn't it make sense to use them to steer us to the people and places ...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 3, 20231 min read
Alone
Only a tragic hero could feel alone in a world overstuffed with people. While it is 100% okay to feel this way, we should understand...
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Catherine Norton
May 25, 20231 min read
Co-creation
Perhaps it's time to stop asking for help and ask for commitment. #ReadTheStain #writer #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth...
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Catherine Norton
May 2, 20231 min read
Do Good
Some see the world as broken. Others see opportunities to make things better. #ReadTheStain #writer #psychology #spirituality...
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Catherine Norton
Feb 17, 20231 min read
Presence Challenge
Today's presence challenge is to look up, make eye contact with others, and smile. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology...
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Catherine Norton
Feb 13, 20231 min read
Small Acts of Caring
Rescue by helicopter is a bit dramatic, especially when small acts of caring can prevent us from getting lost in the wilderness in the...
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Catherine Norton
Nov 27, 20221 min read
Divine Reciprocity
When children play, they naturally take turns, while adults tend to become more rigid about their roles. Accepting what others have to...
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Catherine Norton
Nov 11, 20221 min read
Tea, With A Possibility Of Crumpets
There are good reasons we build walls. Sometimes we need an entire fortress to retreat into and heal. This is okay - protecting ourselves...
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Catherine Norton
Nov 10, 20221 min read
Success
If we ask ten people what "success" means for them this month, those answers may be truly surprising. The Mission, should you choose to...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 29, 20221 min read
Practice the Pause
Today's challenge is to Practice the Pause. When we have a potentially upsetting experience (or thought), pause. Simply pay attention for...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 17, 20221 min read
Human Nature
Whether throwing a party or building a team to work on a project, the most successful planners know a shared sense of Joy is what brings...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 14, 20221 min read
Bravery
Sometimes the most courageous thing we can do is simply be ourselves with loving self-acceptance. People notice and think, "Hey if that...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 12, 20221 min read
The Hero
Feeling as if we are the last good one standing seems to be a dramatic element of our hero story, but we are never alone. #ReadTheStain...
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Catherine Norton
Sep 7, 20221 min read
One Kind Word
Today's challenge is to look for an opportunity to practice the simple act of saying something kind to someone. Be sure to pause to...
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Catherine Norton
Sep 2, 20221 min read
Pointy Donkey
A unicorn may initally be surprised that donkeys don't appreciate their splendor. And yet, a donkey's limited ability to comprehend...
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Catherine Norton
Aug 28, 20221 min read
Audience
Have you ever shared something you were excited about and received the response, "why bother?" Or opened the delicate chambers of your...
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Catherine Norton
Aug 2, 20221 min read
Check-in
Asking about stress shows a genuine interest that offers an opportunity for reflection and discussion about self-care. Try asking this...
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