Monthly Archives: March 2015

5 Tips for Better Self-Talk

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Mona

If you have ever found yourself using negative self-talk, this is a great article. The author invites us to “[b]ecome your own source of calm and encouragement.” 5 Tips for Better Self-Talk. “Right now, you are probably getting an earful from your … Continue reading →

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Be happy!

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Mona

“Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life.”— Omar Khayyam

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Facing our own darkness

Posted on March 23, 2015 by Mona

“Compassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It’s a relationship between equals. Only when we know our own darkness well can we be present with the darkness of others. Compassion becomes real when we recognize our … Continue reading →

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Traces of Hope

Posted on March 21, 2015 by Mona

I am delighted to announce that my book is coming out on the 30th. My sincere thanks to all those who have shared my journey and contributed to my story. http://www.amazon.com/Traces-Hope-Surviving-Grief-Loss/dp/1937943275/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1426982211&sr=1-1&keywords=Mona+villarrubia

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Mode(a)h Ani: I Am Grateful

Posted on March 16, 2015 by Mona

A Jewish mystical teaching suggests that as we sleep, our soul leaves our body and spiritually “recharges,” returning to our body in the morning. This is reflected in a brief but powerful morning blessing: Mode(a)h Ani…”I am grateful, Creative Source … Continue reading →

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