LETTERS TO THE HEALING HEART

Positive psychology, a movement which concentrated on finding ways to achieve this good and happy life. When we engage in an activity that we enjoy and that gives enough challenge to our skills, we become absorbed in that activity and reach a state of "flow" in which we are totally focused, we feel a sense of serenity , we feel a sense of timelessness, we have a feeling of inner clarity.  Above all,we are not conscious of ourselves  or the world around us. Flow is similar to a state of ecstacy.  A good jazz musician will pass into an almost trance-like state when he is playing, engulfed by the ecstatic feeling of "flow", he becomes totally absorbed in his music and performance. Flow  is key to optimal enjoyment to a fulfilling life. It is a vital element in activity of all kinds , especially important in making work more rewarding and meaningful. " Find ecstasy within yourself. It is not out there. It is in your innermost flowering. The one yo...

Be gentle with yourself. ! Always remember to be gentle with your mind, your body, and your soul as you take the steps necessary to move towards healing, recovery and the future in front of you. You are doing the best you can, dont worry about taking gaint steps but rather push yourself with little steps in the right direction, and celebrate each victory along the way. Your life does not have to completely revolve around your illness, disorders or addictions, take time for yourself to self soothe, to take a walk, to watch the sunrise or sunset, to drink some tea or listening to your favorite music- Do what you need to do to take care of yourself. Don't  push yourself too far too quickly, take every inch of your journey bit by bit, moment by moment, and be mindful of every bit of the progress along the way, and of every success you are able to win along the course of the greater war, one which you are destined to win. I would like to take a moment to say how thankfu...