PsychoZen Meets Life
Principles are terrific until you try to put them into practice. That's when the shit hits the fan. You feel terrible (not serene); You act badly (hurting the one you love); You use your addiction (cookies, anyone?). Here's where you get to read all about it.
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Reading "Henrietta Lacks" |
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks might be the saddest book I've ever read. If you don't...Read More |
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Happy Holidays!!!!!!!!!! Really? |
My daughter was surprised when I mentioned that I always get a lot of business this time of year. "But isn't everyone happy during the Holidays?" Exactly. Everyone is...Read More |
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My Toe is my Teacher |
Part 1: The Cure Have you ever had an electric toe? It's quite an experience, unlike any other pain. You step on it funny and suddenly a shocking,...Read More |
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How to Change the World, Justina. |
One morning on the way to Ballet class, I hear the news that Black Americans are moving away from northern urban areas toward the South and into the suburbs. This interests me for what it...Read More |
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Crips on the Subway |
My hips were already hurting as I was standing on the platform. I could almost feel the relief of the seat as I waited for the train…and waited...Read More |
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Department of Defense |
Three bikes already stolen, and yesterday, one mangled beyond rideability. If I knew who the enemy was, I'd sign up for the war! Moving to the city last winter from our little...Read More |
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The Monster |
In the moments before ballet class was to begin, I was hanging over my legs, trying to find the inner awareness of my spine. Suddenly, improbably, I felt another body in my space--an...Read More |
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What Seduces You? |
What tempts you to fall out of your mind? For me, it is belonging. If someone says 'you are one of us,' I'm toast, especially if it's a ...Read More |
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Picking up the Other Dog's Poop |
I have a dog. My dog poops. So do the other dogs. People get mad at dogs because their owners leave the poop under their shoes. I love my dog and want him to be accepted by the...Read More |
