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Catherine Norton
Jan 24, 20231 min read
Something Good
When we focus on the good that is already here, we usher in more. Ask: What draws my attention today? Am I appreciating beauty or...
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Catherine Norton
Jan 23, 20231 min read
Unsticking The Stuckness
Most of the things in life that feel like traps are actually choices. Ask: Where do I feel stuck? #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach...
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Catherine Norton
Jan 22, 20231 min read
Blame No One
Today's challenge is to simply appreciate the way things are. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality...
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Catherine Norton
Jan 10, 20231 min read
Inner States
The world is not a separate thing "out there." We see a reflection of our inner state. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology...
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Catherine Norton
Jan 6, 20231 min read
Take a Mental Vacation
Focusing on what's happening right now gives us a break from grinding thoughts about things we can't control. Play is a lot like...
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Catherine Norton
Jan 5, 20231 min read
Living Meditation
Any routine task is an opportunity to quiet the mind and become fully present. Signal a shift (e.g., take a deep breath) and immerse in...
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Catherine Norton
Jan 4, 20231 min read
Be Happy
Have you noticed that those who have the most aren't actually happy, but still cling to the idea that getting more will do the trick?...
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Catherine Norton
Dec 29, 20221 min read
Calm Presence
Life does not have to be exciting to be worthwhile. We need days to sink into our bodies and rest. If we don't feel like doing much,...
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Catherine Norton
Dec 25, 20221 min read
The Ask
Material things are such transient pleasures. Which one could possibly offer lasting happiness? The secret to living a joyful life is not...
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Catherine Norton
Dec 20, 20221 min read
Release
There is something very beautiful about standing in recognition of our failings and lost dreams. Today is a perfect day to honor those...
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Catherine Norton
Nov 26, 20221 min read
Priorities
The love, joy, peace and connection we feel in each moment is the only wealth we ever have. Everything else is clutter. Moments are...
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Catherine Norton
Nov 9, 20221 min read
Shine
We should never underestimate the power of a calm and peaceful person during a crisis. Often the "action" that is most needed is a simple...
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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
Oct 4, 20221 min read
Appearances
Overcoming the urge to feel important by appearing "busy" all of the time is one of the ways we learn patience and act with purpose....
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Catherine Norton
Sep 26, 20221 min read
Intention
The weeks of our lives often fly by without much thought. This Monday may feel like any other as we get ready for the usual grind. Do you...
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Catherine Norton
Sep 17, 20221 min read
Let's Play
Today's challenge is to pause every time we pass through a doorway to take in the scene on the other side of the threshold. Notice the...
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Catherine Norton
Sep 15, 20221 min read
Greatest Show On Earth
Today's challenge is to be more aware of our surroundings - to drink in the beauty, curiosity, and little splendors. Easy, right?...
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Catherine Norton
Aug 22, 20221 min read
Anti-Rush Hour
This week's challenge is to take a deep breath whenever feeling rushed. Pausing to hold an inhaled breath for a count of eight is long...
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