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Winter and spring have been fighting for control of the weather in Northern New Mexico for the last three (3) weeks. Strong, cold winds counterpunch a jabbing warm sun. Clouds blanket blue skies with thick dense clouds that darken spring’s… Continue Reading →
There are certain days in which I actually feel myself resonating with the Earth’s good juju. I’m neither a rich man nor am I anything other than another average person making his way through time and space. Yet, my life… Continue Reading →
Relationships are key to mental health. If our relationships are strong, then we more than likely will be healthy. If, however, our relationships aren’t strong (or worse), then there’s a strong likelihood that not only will our mental health be… Continue Reading →
I value reflective writing very much. It’s at the heart of everything I teach and learn. To me, it’s easier to start reflecting from within a role (role-based reflection is at the heart of psychological empowerment) than it is from… Continue Reading →
The illustration above is the sum total of my entire philosophy and approach to life. Regardless of the context in which I find myself, I apply the model that illustrated with usually successful results. There are no guarantees in life,… Continue Reading →
If you’re squeamish about ethnic/cultural issues: Do not continue reading! Disclaimers out of the way, I am now having a severe identity crisis. I’ve always believed and cherished my cultural identity, but a recent trip to a grocery store has… Continue Reading →
I believe that people were meant to be creative, committed, and independent within their lives. There’s no doubt in my mind that when people express themselves through some creative means or another and when they are dedicated to something positive,… Continue Reading →
I believe that people were meant to be creative, committed, and independent within their lives. There’s no doubt in my mind that when people express themselves through some creative means or another and when they are dedicated to something positive,… Continue Reading →
I’m always advocating that people critically reflect about roles in their lives as a first step towards defining and creating healthier realities. I don’t think, in any way, that it’s mental masturbation to do this exercise. To me, understanding the… Continue Reading →
Santa Fe’s City Council actually did something right: They removed a ten (10) tax for using a grocery store’s paper bag. They removed this tax as part of a bigger ordinance to remove plastic bags from our streets. We all… Continue Reading →
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