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I connected with Caryn Fitzgerald through a report connection call out she posted for inspirational stories. She works daily to embrace positivity and to offer inspiration through her blog, website and life coaching focus. I believe our paths have overlapped with intention as our purpose is very similar. My focus is also to inspire and help others struggling with the demons of every day life.
In the short time we've interfaced, I have virtually felt the kindness of her heart. Her words are sincere and warm. She has triumphed through much hardship and because of her battles, she is a much more compassionate and wise person. Caryn could have withdrawn from the world but instead she has opened herself by reaching out to others. She makes each decision taking ownership of her direction and opting to take the higher and most positive path. I'm grateful for our connection and I applaud her work and effort! Visit her website and blog links above and get to know her!
Do you have a story of inspiration to share? If so, drop me or Caryn a note, we would love to hear from you!
My blog, Inspirations by Kathryn J. Raths includes posts from 2009 to 2016 that were an extension of my Healthy Living Examiner column which has been closed. However, the articles are being revamped as an extension of Kathryn J. Raths.com, which is in the making! The image is a self-portrait I drew in oil pastels; the woods gift me a deep connection with nature and safety!
Monday, February 28, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
An awakening, continued...
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My awakening basically kicked me in the butt in 2008. After much upheaval, I retreated within to heal and find myself. My writing and art helped me to align and balance. I'm still in transition as I'm sure this is a life-long learning process. I'm a curious student who loves nature and the concept of the universal whole. Each day I better define my role to serve in some way. This ultimate service is soul work which shapes my livelihood. It continuos to elevate me to new levels.
It is a natural high!
What are your thoughts on spiritual awakening? Share them with me!
Examiner article
My awakening basically kicked me in the butt in 2008. After much upheaval, I retreated within to heal and find myself. My writing and art helped me to align and balance. I'm still in transition as I'm sure this is a life-long learning process. I'm a curious student who loves nature and the concept of the universal whole. Each day I better define my role to serve in some way. This ultimate service is soul work which shapes my livelihood. It continuos to elevate me to new levels.
It is a natural high!
What are your thoughts on spiritual awakening? Share them with me!
Degrees of sadness, continued...
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Through the ups and downs of my life, I have suffered through the depths of sorrow. Each challenge seems to drive me further down than the last. Perhaps it is my faith and spiritual belief, because I keep pushing through it. I choose life each and every day. I choose it because I love myself, my kids, my boyfriend, family and friends. I want to reach to others and help make the world better.
My heart breaks when I think about the staggering statistics identified in the article. The world's number 1 disability is depression. Many people write this off but it is extremely serious; life or death critical! Two years ago I sat through a presentation called, Living Through Personal Crisis by Doctor Ann Sterns. She did a wonderful job driving home the seriousness, medically, during her presentation. Many people, who discount illness, feel a person just needs more socialization or a job to keep them busy etc., but the fact is they need medicine and guidance to get through it.
Click here If you or anyone you know has withdrawn from life, feels fatigued and sad with loss of hope and/or abusive to oneself, please seek help. Support your friend and help them seek professional direction.
If you have any thoughts to share, please leave me a note. I want to hear them.
Examiner article
Through the ups and downs of my life, I have suffered through the depths of sorrow. Each challenge seems to drive me further down than the last. Perhaps it is my faith and spiritual belief, because I keep pushing through it. I choose life each and every day. I choose it because I love myself, my kids, my boyfriend, family and friends. I want to reach to others and help make the world better.
My heart breaks when I think about the staggering statistics identified in the article. The world's number 1 disability is depression. Many people write this off but it is extremely serious; life or death critical! Two years ago I sat through a presentation called, Living Through Personal Crisis by Doctor Ann Sterns. She did a wonderful job driving home the seriousness, medically, during her presentation. Many people, who discount illness, feel a person just needs more socialization or a job to keep them busy etc., but the fact is they need medicine and guidance to get through it.
Click here If you or anyone you know has withdrawn from life, feels fatigued and sad with loss of hope and/or abusive to oneself, please seek help. Support your friend and help them seek professional direction.
If you have any thoughts to share, please leave me a note. I want to hear them.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Enticing tastes, continued...
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I have been blessed with a life that has gifted me with many adventures of travel. I, along with my 2 boys (from their early years) are avid cruisers. We've explored many cultures and, ultimately, journeyed through all kinds of food. My kids started cruising with me at the young ages of 4 and 5. Now, in their teens, many of these adventures have blended together in the young minds.
Although, I've noticed, they remember things they've tasted through our travels. Most of the time we were hands on in our island jaunts; swimming with ocean creatures, exploring volcano tubes, hiking ruins and rain forests. We've had a blast. On one particular southern Caribbean vacation we went on a tour called the Tastes and colors of Antigua. It was one of our best excursions. We tried baked goods, banana ketchup, island drinks and all kinds of treats. It really does stick out from all of our adventures. We learned a lot on that trip while allowing our tastes to educate us.
I highly recommend stepping outside the box in this area of your life. Taste test away, it is a gift like no other. Leave me some of your thoughts about trying new foods, I'm interested!
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I have been blessed with a life that has gifted me with many adventures of travel. I, along with my 2 boys (from their early years) are avid cruisers. We've explored many cultures and, ultimately, journeyed through all kinds of food. My kids started cruising with me at the young ages of 4 and 5. Now, in their teens, many of these adventures have blended together in the young minds.
Although, I've noticed, they remember things they've tasted through our travels. Most of the time we were hands on in our island jaunts; swimming with ocean creatures, exploring volcano tubes, hiking ruins and rain forests. We've had a blast. On one particular southern Caribbean vacation we went on a tour called the Tastes and colors of Antigua. It was one of our best excursions. We tried baked goods, banana ketchup, island drinks and all kinds of treats. It really does stick out from all of our adventures. We learned a lot on that trip while allowing our tastes to educate us.
I highly recommend stepping outside the box in this area of your life. Taste test away, it is a gift like no other. Leave me some of your thoughts about trying new foods, I'm interested!
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Life altering cross roads, continued...
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I have made many decisions in my life that jaunted my path; some caused a lot more work for me and other decisions offered short cuts to my success. One thing I must admit though (and I'm not sure why) is that I have always owned my decisions, good or bad.
If my dad asked me as a teen, "Did you drink last night?" And, if I had, I would say, "Yes!" Even though I knew I would suffer the consequences I chose to tell the truth and own my bad decision. On the same note, as an adult, and in a management role, I had no problem taking risk and owning it rather if it paid off or not. What I found is that my risk (when directing my energy towards the good and it felt right in my core) had and continues to pay off.
I have met my genuine self. She was buried beneath a bunch of layers built to protect myself from more pain and hardship. Once I found my way to my center and opened my heart again to life, I started manifesting my life dreams. I'm in a good place now and it is only getting better each day!
Tell me about your cross road decisions. Has your life changed for the better?
Examiner article
I have made many decisions in my life that jaunted my path; some caused a lot more work for me and other decisions offered short cuts to my success. One thing I must admit though (and I'm not sure why) is that I have always owned my decisions, good or bad.
If my dad asked me as a teen, "Did you drink last night?" And, if I had, I would say, "Yes!" Even though I knew I would suffer the consequences I chose to tell the truth and own my bad decision. On the same note, as an adult, and in a management role, I had no problem taking risk and owning it rather if it paid off or not. What I found is that my risk (when directing my energy towards the good and it felt right in my core) had and continues to pay off.
I have met my genuine self. She was buried beneath a bunch of layers built to protect myself from more pain and hardship. Once I found my way to my center and opened my heart again to life, I started manifesting my life dreams. I'm in a good place now and it is only getting better each day!
Tell me about your cross road decisions. Has your life changed for the better?
Monday, February 14, 2011
Love never dies, continued...
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My heart aches for those whose significant others have passed. To figure out how to cope through life without them is an unbearable thought. We are so lucky to be surrounded by our loved ones. To have someone physically in your life and a love for them in your heart is the greatest gift. It is a gift that should be celebrated everyday but especially on Valentine's Day!
It is less about the money you spend and more about the everlasting warmth that lives within your heart when you think of someone whom you adore. Whether they still live in this physical world or not, they impression continues on in your heart. This is truly magical to me.
Are you appreciating your loved ones? How did you spend Valentine day? Drop me a note and share your story!
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My heart aches for those whose significant others have passed. To figure out how to cope through life without them is an unbearable thought. We are so lucky to be surrounded by our loved ones. To have someone physically in your life and a love for them in your heart is the greatest gift. It is a gift that should be celebrated everyday but especially on Valentine's Day!
It is less about the money you spend and more about the everlasting warmth that lives within your heart when you think of someone whom you adore. Whether they still live in this physical world or not, they impression continues on in your heart. This is truly magical to me.
Are you appreciating your loved ones? How did you spend Valentine day? Drop me a note and share your story!
Sunday, February 13, 2011
An informal and loving club you hope to never belong, continued...
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Mary never expected that her commitment to support her aunt would open up new friendships and give her a new perspective on her own life. As she sits with her aunt and the others going through dialysis (for several hours) 3 days a week, she learns about their lives. If they want to live, they have to go through this process and they realize it.
Mary told me that she has been relieved of the responsibility of having to drive her aunt effective next week. She said she is happy about aunt's independence but sad that she will not be a part of these people's lives any longer. She'll miss the strangers she sat with all of this time while supporting her aunt.
It is obvious this unexpected connection has changed, for the good, how she looks at and values her life.
Have you made connections in unexpected places? If so, tell me about it.
Examiner article
Mary never expected that her commitment to support her aunt would open up new friendships and give her a new perspective on her own life. As she sits with her aunt and the others going through dialysis (for several hours) 3 days a week, she learns about their lives. If they want to live, they have to go through this process and they realize it.
Mary told me that she has been relieved of the responsibility of having to drive her aunt effective next week. She said she is happy about aunt's independence but sad that she will not be a part of these people's lives any longer. She'll miss the strangers she sat with all of this time while supporting her aunt.
It is obvious this unexpected connection has changed, for the good, how she looks at and values her life.
Have you made connections in unexpected places? If so, tell me about it.
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