In the film, Black Swan, the ballet director challenged Nina, the featured dancer played by Natalie Portman, by stating, “I never see you lose your self.” He further explained, “Perfection is not just about control. It’s also about letting go. Surprise yourself so you can surprise the audience.” One explanation for the need for perfection […]
What animal speaks to your soul?
What is your favourite animal? Do you tend to dream or encounter in your waking life particular animals more than others? As with any resonating person or situation, animals can be looked upon as a source of personal insight with the thought, “Why this certain animal now?” James Hillman suggested, “Animals wake up the imagination. […]
Finding Your Vocation
Morrie Schwartz, in ‘Tuesdays with Morrie’ by Mitch Albom, stated, “So many people walk around with a meaningless life. They seem half-asleep, even when they’re busy doing things they think are important. This is because they’re chasing the wrong things. The way you get meaning into your life is to devote yourself to loving others, […]
Individuation – Finding Your Own Path
You may be familiar with Henry David Thoreau’s saying, “If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away.” Thoreau metaphorically advises one to ‘be your self.’ However, what does it really […]
Getting our Needs Met
How do you know whether your needs are being fulfilled at any moment? Begin by looking at your feelings as they tell you if your needs are being fulfilled or are lacking. Ask your self, “How am I feeling?” when doing a certain activity (i.e. watching TV, doing a task, being with a certain person.) […]
Our basic needs
“I need a vacation!” “I really need a new pair of shoes.” The term need refers to necessity, compulsion and duty and may have been influenced by the Old English word neod meaning desire and longing. However, what do we really need? Needs are essential for survival. Beyond the obvious physical needs for survival, such […]
