From Lack to Love

"The way we love and honor ourselves is reflected in our relationships with others." Nina Sidell, M.A. In my work with clients, groups, and audiences, and in my own life I recognize the importance and value of the human heart, relationships, and core self-worth. For many people, their life path is fraught with pain and loss. They may not have had a functional family life complete with positive role modeling, adequate nurturing and parental care. Their…

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Hopeful Peace

“Living with hope and peace (or not) are choices we all make and then live our lives accordingly.” Nina Sidell, M.A.

Life is both miraculous and terrifying, since so much is new and unexpected and other realities include responding to challenging patterns. Miraculous inventions and terrifying realities seem prevalent in this day and age. I believe that one way to deal with so much is to simply work toward inner and outer peace.  (more…)

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Fall for Love

Are you ready to adapt to crisp days and chilly nights? Are you making room for new growth and transformation in your life? With curiosity and grace, welcome each season, person, and insight into your view. Think about it, where do you spend most of your emotional energy most days? Are you focused on getting things done, feeling upset, overwhelmed, sad, frustrated, frightened, or angry? Do you practice  mindfulness to assist you in staying present and…

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The Gift of Optimism!

"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence." Helen Keller What happens to you when things around you are not working, are difficult, or are falling apart? Do you practice living consciously and with gratitude and optimism or do you sink into the depths of fear, panic or despair- cognitively and emotionally? Ultimately, you are in charge of your responses to life events, other people, and things outside…

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Care for Self and Others

" The lens through which you view your life- the life attitude behind your relationship expectations, perceptions, intentions, and interactions- rules your world." Nina Sidell, M.A. "Parenting for Life". What do you want to develop in yourself and in your relationships? Do you notice the way you take care of yourself? Are you attentive to the way you care for others and others care (or don't) care for you? Your personal development consists of reaching to…

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Worthy of Self-Love

"What runs the engine of your life? Be sure to fuel life choices that value and honor you." Nina  Sidell How do you feel about yourself? Are you aware of the specialness about you and what you deserve? No matter your lot in life, the situations, career positions, relationships, desires and ultimate happiness directly relate to your real, true, deep opinion of yourself. It is not your fault if circumstances have challenged or failed you. It…

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