Catherine Norton
Let's Liven Things Up
This maddening arcade game is called "whac-a-mole." Moles pop up randomly, and if we manage to strike one hard on the head with the...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 25, 20231 min read
The Space Within
Have you ever thought about the space between the atoms in our bodies and synapses in our brains? Humans have more space than actual...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 24, 20231 min read
Oh Shift!
Why would we make changes when we are comfortable? Embrace the unpleasant feeling and strap on a seatbelt - it may get a bit bumpy!...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 23, 20231 min read
Escape the Trap
Self-knowledge is gained through awareness and experience. Wisdom is: - knowing when someone is trying upset, control, or give us less...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 22, 20231 min read
Overcoming Inertia
Dreaming is a good start, but nothing will change until we take action. The good-bad news is the problem isn't out "there" but inside of...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 21, 20231 min read
Inspired Life
We expect to find it in a field of flowers or a pretty face, but beauty is everywhere. Today's mindfulness challenge is to look for...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 20, 20231 min read
What If
Today's challenge is to allow our minds to steer away from practical matters and play the potential game. Pause and consider, "What if?"...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 19, 20231 min read
Dress Rehearsal
First consider, "Who am I trying to impress (or please)?" This is our audience. Then ask, "Is it worth it?" #ReadTheStain #writer #coach...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 18, 20231 min read
Anywhere Else
There are those who commit to living a mindful life in the here and now and those who would rather be anywhere else. The present moment...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 17, 20231 min read
Thoughtful Language
Thoughtful language creates a feeling of calm within us and improves our relations with others. Today's mindfulness challenge is to pay...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 16, 20231 min read
Nonjudgement Coyote
The tendency to judge others offers an opportunity to understand ourselves better. Today's mindfulness challenge is pay attention for...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 15, 20231 min read
Tragic Hero
Some of us believe we must suffer and do it alone because no one cares or wants to help. Guess what? That's just Ego playing the tragic...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 14, 20231 min read
Connection
This is a really big question. What do you think? #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 13, 20231 min read
Mind the Vibes
Today's mindfulness challenge is to pause before walking into a room and consider, "What effect will I have on the vibes?" #ReadTheStain...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 12, 20231 min read
Shifting Patterns
Catastrophic thinking focuses on the worst possible outcome and leads us there. We can interrupt the process by consciously shifting our...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 11, 20231 min read
Feel It
Whatever it is we are going through, we need to feel it fully to reach the other side. Trying to avoid feelings is a trap that keeps us...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 10, 20231 min read
Heirlooms
Hopes, fears, assumptions, responses to trauma, self-imposed limitations, patterns of relating, patterns of abuse, addictions, religious...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 9, 20231 min read
Sweet Time Together
A date is an invitation to spend time doing something fun together. There should not be an expectation of a kiss or anything else....
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Catherine Norton
Jul 8, 20231 min read
Lightning Strikes
We are energetic beings. Longing sends out an impulse. When it finds a receptive connection, action happens. If we are longing for...
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Catherine Norton
Jul 6, 20231 min read
Kindred Spirits
"What do you mean you have sparks?" The old man asked in an accusing tone. "Well, it's when you light up on the inside when you see...
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