Golden Guidance Journal blog

It is easy to unconsciously react instead of thoughtfully responding. The irony of reacting is that although it is an easy, quick way to feel like we are using our power, it leads to a broken connection of mistrust and resentment because of the words and energy exchanged. We all want inner peace and love in our relationships but don’t always act on those attributes...

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There’s a distinct difference between having compassion, empathy, and genuine support and the cycle of feeling sorry >> victim pleasing >> enabling>> blaming. Unpacking and identifying the clouded emotions of this all takes emotional grounding and unemotional clarity. Let’s first state that there are no victims because we all possess the ability to grow through and redirect our lives. Yes, life can beat down on...

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So we want to change for a better life, relationships, finances, etc. but choose to continue the same behavioral patterns of reactions and choices. The common denominator is ourselves. Our present mirrors our past choices, and we have to take ownership of the life we create. The blessing is that at any moment, we can make a different choice and respond differently than we have...

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