Cheryl Richardson
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Listening is a healing art
“People start to heal the moment they feel heard.” ~Cheryl Richardson I felt totally unmoored when my primary care physician announced his retirement last year. For more than 25 years, Dr. Paul managed my healthcare and provided first-rate referrals to the specialists I needed, including the orthopedic surgeon who replaced both of my hips. Most of all, my good doctor listened with care. He took my concerns seriously. Luckily, my new primary care doctor is a compassionate listener too. Though I’m new to her practice, I’m pleased with the relationship we’re building. Likewise, I appreciate those rare friends and family members who listen deeply. As Cheryl Richardson suggests in today’s quote,…
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Your own way
“Live life for you, not the audience in your head.” ~Cheryl Richardson, Self-Care Wisdom Cards Critics corner / Cindy La Ferle ~Check out featured posts, additional content, and a NEW link to my Pinterest boards on the home page. ~
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Enough time
“Time is a created thing. To say ‘I don’t have time’ is like saying ‘I don’t want to do it.'” ~Cheryl Richardson Cindy La Ferle Miss any posts this week? To view featured content and social media sharing options, please visit the home page.
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Choosing nourishment
“Rather than contribute to conflict and hostility with your thoughts, words, or actions, choose a different way. When faced with mean-spirited, uninformed, or contentious comments from those hungry for a fight, walk away. Tell yourself: I don’t go to the hardware store for milk.” ~Cheryl Richardson Cindy La Ferle Miss any posts this week? For more content and social media sharing options, please visit the home page.
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Get real or get a haircut: More notes from my quarantine journal
At a boutique in Saugatuck / Cindy La Ferle “I admit to feeling a bit sad at the idea of this period of reevaluation ending too soon. Our economy is based on consumption, and consumption of any kind, without consciousness, leaves us wanting more.” ~Cheryl Richardson Friday, April 24 Last night I had another weird dream. As reported recently on PsychCentral, weird dreams are not uncommon during a quarantine. Everyone is trying to navigate this new reality without a road map, and our subconscious minds are working overtime while we sleep.In last night’s dream, CNN anchor Chris Cuomo was scheduled to attend an important black-tie event in the middle of the pandemic. For…