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Catherine Norton

Nov 16, 20231 min read

A Little Mystery

We don't have to compare, compete, or show off. Sometimes the best way to "win" is to smile and say nothing at all. #ReadTheStain #writer...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 15, 20231 min read

Connection is Always Important

Patience grants us the peace to slow down to match the pace of others when the connection is important. Connection is always important....

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Catherine Norton

Nov 14, 20231 min read

Show Me

The challenge is to set aside negative assumptions about the way things are and open our eyes with wonder to the mystery of the true...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 13, 20231 min read

Prevention

Ask: What are the top three sources of pressure in my life today? Awareness and prevention may be all that is needed to prevent an...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 12, 20231 min read

It's Okay to Cry

Whether we are birthing something new into the world or feeling the squeeze to release a comfortable routine, we must move through the...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 11, 20231 min read

Deeper Water

When we are feeling a lack of connection with those around us, we may need to go where our "people" are. Ask: Which interests can I...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 10, 20231 min read

This Moment Matters

This moment matters. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #presence #now Image courtesy of...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 9, 20231 min read

Let it Grow

The opposite of anxiety is faith. If it's meant to be, it will happen. Let it grow. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology #philosophy...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 8, 20231 min read

One Smile at a Time

The world changes one smile at a time. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology #philosophy #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 7, 20231 min read

Stating the Obvious

Because stating the obvious is unnecessary. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology #philosophy #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 6, 20231 min read

Practice Compassion

Everyone has a story we don't know and reasons why they act the way they do. Perhaps if we knew everything they'd ever thought, felt, and...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 5, 20231 min read

The Best Gift

Have you ever really wanted something, then looked back later and realized you were spared a load of misery because you didn't get it?...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 2, 20231 min read

The Passage of Time

The one who waits usually experiences time more slowly than the one who responds. We could avoid situations where waiting might become...

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Catherine Norton

Nov 1, 20231 min read

Recalibrate

Today is a good day to pause and consider whether we are still heading in the right direction. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology...

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Catherine Norton

Oct 31, 20231 min read

Courage to Begin

Without the courage to begin, a great story can never happen. Ask: What steps can I take today? #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology...

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Catherine Norton

Oct 30, 20231 min read

Wheels Up

Ability may be the result of practice, but that doesn't mean we can't have fun on the way to greatness. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach...

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Catherine Norton

Oct 29, 20231 min read

Propel the Dream

But since there isn't, we can use disappointment to propel the dream forward in a more fruitful direction. No one said we have to wait...

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Catherine Norton

Oct 28, 20231 min read

Tiny Rainbows

Just like blessings. #ReadTheStain #writer #coach #psychology #spirituality #mindfulness #presence #awareness #blessings #gratitude...

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Catherine Norton

Oct 27, 20231 min read

Prepare to Receive

The difference between wishing and welcoming is the space we create in our lives. We prepare. Ask: How ready am I for this to happen?...

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Catherine Norton

Oct 26, 20231 min read

Allow the Wonder

Adults tend to be goal oriented and focus on end results for satisfaction. While this is adaptive, we often feel empty, like something is...

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