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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 28, 20221 min read
Spontaneous Joy
Anything can happen on a Friday... #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #anticipation #open...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 27, 20221 min read
Silver
I once had the childhood chore of polishing the silverware before the holidays. Freeing the shiny silver from the dull tarnish was like...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 26, 20221 min read
Rules of Writing
How bored is your muse? Perhaps it is time for the writer to lighten up and have fun. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 25, 20221 min read
Why Not Settle for More?
On the first meeting, people show us their best. If that isn't good enough, walk away. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 24, 20221 min read
Rogue Joy
The sky was layered with the serious dark clouds of unsettled, ominous weather. And yet, this one cheerful white fluff seemed completely...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 23, 20221 min read
Vulnerability
We feel vulnerable when we love, because we might be hurt. But we have the ability to love! We feel vulnerable when launching a new...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 22, 20221 min read
Toxic Situations
Lego Man raises a good question. What do you think? #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #choice...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 21, 20221 min read
True Identities
We honor each other when we allow, accept and celebrate true identities. Welcome the other and treat them with the respect of a long...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 19, 20221 min read
The Artful Exit
The old standard of duty and obligation is breaking down. If we want someone to stay in a personal or professional relationship, we need...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 19, 20221 min read
Inspiration
Who couldn't use more inspiration? Listen. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #calm #meditation #peace...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 18, 20221 min read
Be A Troublemaker
When people speak up about something they think is wrong, it's because they care and believe we can do better. And when someone goes...
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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 16, 20221 min read
Zone of Influence
Problems always have a solution, and the good news is that we don't need wait to take action. We can look around within our zone of...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 15, 20221 min read
Eggshells
What does this message mean for you? #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #intuition #guidance #message...
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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 13, 20221 min read
Calm
It's easy to act stressed under pressure, but how many of us are calm and think clearly? No one is born a Buddha. Those who value peace...
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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 11, 20221 min read
Mental Traps
Every thought that holds us back from pursuing our dreams is a trap. Counter the nervous inner voice that asks, "What if this crappy...
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Catherine Norton
Oct 10, 20221 min read
One Good Thing
Magic happens when depressing thoughts shift to curiosity about what the One Good Thing will be. #ReadTheStain #writer #writing #blogger...
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