Focusing Tip #449 – When We Suffer for Other People’s Suffering
“Vicarious trauma comes from engaging deeply with those who have experienced trauma.” Lynn writes:I work in peace and justice, with a focus…
Focusing Tip #448 – “Maybe the label “obsession” comes from another part…”
“I spend so much time thinking about bicycles because…I like bicycles!” In last week’s Tip, Simon asked, “Why do parts obsess about…
Focusing Tip #447 – Focusing with Obsession
“What are our parts really wanting or not wanting when they obsess about things or people?” Simon writes:Why do parts obsess about…
Focusing Tip #446 – Can You Bargain with Your Parts?
“How about if we spend half an hour a day doing what you want to do…” Dear Ann: The other day while…
Focusing Tip #445 – A Specific Way That Meditation Helps Focusing
“Square zero is this inner space that is empty of specific content yet full of fresh possibility.” Dear Readers:We seem to be…
Focusing Tip #444 – Another Big Difference Between Focusing & Meditation…
“If you have done any Focusing at all you know the difference it makes to have someone there with you.” Dear Readers:Many…
Focusing Tip #443 – More About Mindfulness & Focusing
“Mindfulness and meditation are a far cry from stepping away from our feelings.” Last week we had a question from a reader…
Focusing Tip #442 – Could Mindfulness Be a Kind of Avoidance?
“I would rather have a relationship with what I feel than let it pass by me.” A Reader writes:I find that I…
Focusing Tip #441 – Feelings and Thoughts About the Listener
“If the Focuser feels shame about telling something, how would you deal with that?” Christopher writes:I have been wondering how you view…
Focusing Tip #440 – Creativity and the Soul
Serious injury can be a wake-up call to what needs attention. Last week I bought a guitar. Now I’m in love! I…
