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- How To Become An Expert - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2012 from Ellen GerstIn 2009, I opened up my business as a grief and relationship coach and started to write and self-publish books. Unfortunately, no one had ever heard of me or was aware of my services, and there didn’t appear to be any reason why others would consider me an authority or an expert on these ...
Views: 1187(1 vote) - Relationship Building Through Networking and Social Media - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2012 from Ellen GerstIn the current economic climate, if you’re an entrepreneur or simply a business person, you have probably been urged to start networking and using social media in order to enhance the success of your business. If you are nervous about commencing these types of activities, be assured that ...
Views: 1384 - Spiritual Love - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Ellen GerstCan anyone truly define love? I’m not sure because love is so deep a feeling, experienced in a variety of ways, that it makes it extremely difficult to assign words to this elusive emotion. Consequently, love is sometimes better addressed with actions rather than with words. Love can also ...
Views: 1523 - How To Date/Marry A Widow or Widower - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2012 from Ellen GerstIf you are dating or planning to marry a widow or widower, here are some suggestions and thoughts to consider. LEARN ALL ABOUT GRIEF Do some research about grief, read books and talk to others in similar situations. Know what to expect on anniversaries, birthdays and other days that were ...
Views: 26933(1 vote) - Making Lasting Memories With Travel - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Ellen GerstPleasure is the flower that passes; remembrance, the lasting perfume. ~Jean de Boufflers Happiness is not a finite destination; it is a road you travel and a happy road is most often strewn with terrific memories. There are many ways memories may be made, for example, spending time with ...
Views: 1688 - Valentine's Day: Advice for Singles - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Ellen GerstValentine’s Day -- a double edged day that reflects the natural duality of this planet. While it can be a wonderful day for lovers to renew their commitment to each other, the single community usually dreads the onslaught of the media hype that surrounds the day. Let’s take a hard look at ...
Views: 1399 - How To Introduce the Idea of Dating and Remarriage To Children - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Ellen GerstAfter the loss of a spouse – whether from death or divorce – dating and remarriage may be considered. However, this time around, it is not just about you! Your children will play a very big role in the next partner you choose. The adaptability of your children will also determine if the ...
Views: 2068 - Relationships: Does Balanced Alway Mean Equal? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Ellen GerstBalance is a state of equilibrium for which we each strive, not just in relationships but in all aspects of our life. Envision yourself with your feet planted on a narrow plank atop an oversized ball. With your arms spread out and your legs flexed to spring into action, you attempt to keep ...
Views: 4125 - What Happens When You Die? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Ellen GerstIs there life after death? As one who has experienced the searing loss of a loved one, I have many times pondered about what happens when one dies. Questions I’ve asked include: does a soul go to “heaven” or somewhere else; can we still communicate with a person who has died, even though ...
Views: 2395 - Keeping A Positive Attitude - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Ellen GerstA woman was shopping when an adorable little statue caught her eye. It was fun, and she had to have it! Once at home, she examined the purchase more closely and realized it was a metaphor for her life. She had bought a “Woo” doll, and the attached tag read: “The Woo is a benevolent force ...
Views: 1651(5 votes) - How To Resolve the Guilt of the Suicide Survivor - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Ellen GerstNo one can know the depth of despair to which a person may sink upon contemplation of suicide. Possibly, the black hole in which one finds him/herself gets deeper and darker as the days go by. Soon, even the smallest sliver of light is blocked from view. And then -- instead of being frightening ...
Views: 5063(5 votes) - Why Bad Things Happen to Good People - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Ellen GerstEvery event in life is neutral, and it is you and your response which gives meaning to the event. So, when you ask God, or some higher power, "Why did this terrible event happen to me?" you are probably perceiving the "event" as a negative one. When you lose a loved one to death or have a ...
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