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2). The Greatest Gift By : Judy Ringer
"Go ahead, Judy, talk to your father. What do you want to say?" With these words offered by my favorite Aunt Mimi, I was given the greatest gift—the gift of myself.
Mimi and I had gone on an aunt-niece shopping adventure, and at age 15, I became the proud owner of my first mini-skirt. Upon seeing it, my dad hit the roof, and as usual, I was angry, scared, and tongue-tied.
Article Related to: holding difficult conversation, assertiveness, family dynamics, holidays, christmas, gifts, self-awareness, centering, aikido, managing emotions, anger management, conflict management, communication skills
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3). Holiday "Ki" Moments: Choosing Your Best Self By : Judy Ringer
"I like to think of myself as an artist, and my life is my greatest work of art. Every moment is a moment of creation, and each moment of creation contains infinite possibilities. I can do things the way I've always done them, or I can look at all the different alternatives, and try something new and different and potentially more rewarding. Every moment presents a new opportunity and a new decision.
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4). Knowing When I'm Not: 4 Suggestions for Developing a Strong Center By : Judy Ringer
The more I practice centering, the more I realize that as important as it is to be able to identify and access the centered state, it is equally important to be able to know when I'm NOT centered. Otherwise, how do I choose?
When I'm centered I'm in control of my behavior. Centered action is on purpose and by choice. Uncentered action is reactive and out of control, and I end up looking back with regret.
Article Related to: centering, the centered state, how to center oneself, aikido, self-awareness, managing emotions, anger management, deep breathing, conflict management, communication skills
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