by Patricia C. Brooks | Apr 24, 2018 | Coping with Work, Food for Thought AND Action, Time
Not only is patience a virtue, it’s indispensable if you want to live a happier life. When we are impatient we are saying we don’t want what we have or are experiencing right now. This creates a mindset of lack. Being in a state of limbo – in between where we are...
by Patricia C. Brooks | Apr 21, 2018 | Food for Thought AND Action
Yesterday as I was walking down a street in the center of town I was surprised at how quickly the charming winding road changed. Suddenly empty bottles littered the gutter, street and sidewalks, and lots of paper swirled around at the mercy of the wind. Wooded...
by Patricia C. Brooks | Apr 14, 2018 | direct experience, Food for Thought AND Action
Have you ever met someone whose vibe immediately attracted you? Something about them made you smile inside and say to yourself, “Who is that person. I wish I had some of their charisma. You’ve just met the person so you don’t even know them, yet you are intrigued by...
by Patricia C. Brooks | Apr 6, 2018 | Food for Thought AND Action
Like a ripple on a lake Our actions emanate outward, Touching colleagues, friends, our kin. Unlike that ripple, visible, reverberating Our actions, their imprints, keep us waiting For a sign, some validation That life’s true meaning lies herein. Days...
by Patricia C. Brooks | Mar 28, 2018 | Food for Thought AND Action
Everyone wants to feel safe. When we don’t, we experience fear in some shape or form – anxiety, annoyance, anger, unease, etc. However, when we feel comfortable around and trust those we interact with, we can relax and feel a sense of safety. Interestingly enough,...
by Patricia C. Brooks | Mar 19, 2018 | Food for Thought AND Action, living a full life
As we entered the first aisle of booths I sensed I was in the wrong place. Booths upon booths filled with signs and products touting the benefits of this jewel or that tonic for bringing greater health and, by association, happiness. I found myself at a well-being...
