Author Archives: Carol Merwin

Where do I find inspiration for my creative endeavors? Where do I find beauty? Where do I find something to smile about? Where do I find incredible color, pattern, design? Where do I find reminders to be grateful for the spirit … Continue reading →

This is a small sampling of the many flags, yard signs, flyers, sidewalk art, painted rocks, stickers, and phone pole flyers I’ve seen on walks through my neighborhood in the past few months. People are speaking out on Covid-19, the … Continue reading →

I look back on a life rich with learning, and one thing I’ve learned is that perspective can shift dramatically over time. What looks bad in the moment can turn out to be for the best. A big shift is … Continue reading →

  “If we see them on the street, if we read about them in the news, if we hear about them from our friends—if they come into our consciousness in any way—they are candidates for our loving-kindness and compassion. It’s … Continue reading →

In the words of Pinola Estes, these times call for each of us to “stand up and show our soul”. It makes perfect sense to me that so many people right now are reconnecting to their creative side. I spend time … Continue reading →

We can experience moments of joy and delight, even when life is hard. If anything, it is more important than ever. Focusing entirely on problems and setbacks is a limited perspective, devoid of gratitude. Now is the time to look … Continue reading →

“It was a time I won’t forget, full of sorrow and regret.”  – Jackson Browne, Shape of a Heart We all have our breaking point and I seem to have reached mine today. I am inconsolable. After 4 weeks of home … Continue reading →

In our current climate of divisiveness there is a lot mean-spirited talk, there are a lot of lies being told. It’s hard not to get caught up in being outraged, insulting, and judgmental. Some quotes that keep me conscious of … Continue reading →

I look back on a life path rich with learning. I’ve learned the most painful loss can set into motion the most dramatic transformation. I use my divorce as an example of an unexpected blow that ultimately brought me to … Continue reading →

These are excerpts from a letter written by Clarissa Pinkola Estes. Her words resonate now more than ever. The title is: Do Not Lose Heart, We Were Made for These Times BY CLARISSA PINKOLA ESTÉS, PhD You can see the … Continue reading →