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Entitled to Peace

A common misconception is that meditation brings nothing but peace and deep relaxation. Although this is certainly possible and even common, when we practice mindfulness meditation, a blissful mental vacation is not the goal. Our intention is to see clearly what is present and meet that with kind acceptance, even if what is present is anger, which has often been the case for me lately. Acceptance has been my companion for decades. I've felt powerless as I lost family members and repeatedly

Strength in Softness

I was raised to be "tough." My Irish/Italian, New York upbringing lead me to develop a decent amount of attitude and a smart mouth. My big brothers made sure that under no circumstances would I allow another person or situation to have any kind of power over me. Emotional awareness through practicing mindfulness and meditation has lead me to challenge and intentionally unlearn many core beliefs including this idea that physical and mental toughness were more admirable qualities than any kind

Cina Hoey, LCSW

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Is Mindfulness and Meditation for Me?

"Look within. Within is the fountain of good, and it will ever bubble up, if you will ever dig." -Marcus Aurelius

"Look within. Within is the fountain of good, and it will ever bubble up, if you will ever dig."

-Marcus Aurelius