SPACE FOR LOVE Relationships generally fall apart because initially one or both partners were not being authentic when they first met. Both put on their best behavior, acting out roles they thought would attract the other person. Eventually, the role becomes a heavy burden and each begins to revert to their old habits. If these habits are not within the parameters each has set as acceptable, then friction results. At one point, the chasm between their authentic selves becomes too wide and the couple parts.…

Have you considered ways to share skills you have experienced with others who would be interested in learning from you? You can go about this in many ways. Tell your stories and teach your skills to family members: your children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, their friends, etc. Call and schedule talks, storytelling or demonstrations at your local library. Contact local public, charter and private schools and ask for ways you can share your skills. There are also opportunities at community colleges, senior centers, trade shows, festivals,…

LOVE EXCHANGE We exchange love by giving and receiving. There are many facets of love such as compassion, kindness, respect and gratitude. When you send someone loving thoughts, they receive them in an instant. They may suddenly feel a warm rush of energy and not know why. Although it may be difficult to love those who trespass against you, they are your greatest teachers, for when you can love them, it becomes much easier to love yourself and others. Choose one person that is difficult…