Monthly Archives: October 2011

The Notion of Self-Actualization

Posted on October 30, 2011 by lthibault11

Today I wish to speak my mind on two theories on self-actualization that I`ve come across; what I believe they mean, where the notion comes from, and the theories in psychology that speak to them.   The first that comes to mind of course is Abraham … Continue reading →

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Make The Change

Posted on October 28, 2011 by lthibault11

It occured to me one day that I had to make a change in my life.  My mother, the most important person in my life, the one who gave me life, had suddenly been forced to leave this world.  She … Continue reading →

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Quote :

Posted on October 28, 2011 by lthibault11

“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom”. — Anaïs Nin —

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My Early Life and Times

Posted on October 28, 2011 by lthibault11

 I came into the world less than twelve months after my sister was born. That is to say, my mother had less than three months to recover before I began to take space in her battered womb.  I think I … Continue reading →

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A New Perspective

Posted on October 28, 2011 by lthibault11

In December 2008, I was involved in a car accident that left me with a double fracture in the C-2 vertebra in my neck. In order for the fracture to heal, my head and neck had to be immobilized in … Continue reading →

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On the Inside Looking Out – An Introvert`s Perspective

Posted on October 25, 2011 by lthibault11

I am an introvert, and frankly, am quite happy to be that way. Western society however, tends not to value the inward looking personality of the introvert. It rather favours the out-going, fast-talking, people loving, outward looking and loud personalities. … Continue reading →

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The Gift of Great Loss

Posted on October 24, 2011 by lthibault11

In order to understand the Gift of Great Loss, you have to first appreciate the greatness of the loss. As soon as I was able to wrap my child`s mind around the concept of death, I realized with cold panic … Continue reading →

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My Empty Garden

Posted on October 24, 2011 by lthibault11

After a long and restless sleep, I was awakened by the sweetest sound of a little bird gently calling me to my window. Opening my eyes I followed the sound, and as I looked out, to my dismay, I saw … Continue reading →

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Listen To Me

Posted on October 24, 2011 by lthibault11

Listen to me, I wish to speak My mind; let lightening streak As thunder echoes ancient ills A rebel yell beneath the still Ltn — 10/2011

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