by Alexandra Hepburn | Jun 12, 2023 | Counseling
I Worried by Mary Oliver I worried a lot. Will the garden grow, will the rivers flow in the right direction, will the earth turn as it was taught, and if not how shall I correct it? Was I right, was I wrong, will I be forgiven, can I do better? Will I ever be able to...
by Alexandra Hepburn | May 30, 2023 | Spiritual Guidance
As I begin this reflection, I’m aware that I bring with me a basic assumption: our spiritual life is intimately connected with our psychosocial life. Yes, the spiritual dimension extends beyond/deeper than the psychological, but they are often intertwined. (Or...
by Alexandra Hepburn | May 17, 2023 | Counseling
Divisions make headlines. Conflicts draw attention. Every now and then bridge-building makes the news, but… not for long. I think many of us realize that whether or not something makes the headlines, we need bridges these days. I have been drawn to the metaphor of...