Author Archives: Arizela

Empathy and Authenticity

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Arizela

I work in an environment where people fear for the lives of their children.  Needless to say, a job where people genuinely (and sometimes rightly) are afraid for the lives and well-being of their children, can sometimes be emotionally exhausting. … Continue reading →

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Loci, not Loki

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Arizela

I’ve been reading a lot lately about a psychological phenomenon called locus of control. Locus of control is a term that indicates where you, consciously or unconsciously, think the control over your life originates. This simple characteristic can have profound … Continue reading →

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Living in the Moment

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Arizela

I recently explained to my husband the power and meaning of the phrase “be present in the moment.” Rather than having a mind stuffed full to overflowing with all the future plans and past conversations and mistakes and successes, being … Continue reading →

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What’s Pink and Sweet and Warm All Over?

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Arizela

A healthy newborn baby, of course. Step one, on my plan to rule the worl- *cough* – er, I mean to become the greatest newborn nurse in the world has been completed. I finished the NCC nursing specialty certification exam … Continue reading →

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Busy, Busy, and the Meaning of No

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Arizela

I generally function best when chronically over-scheduled. At least I used to. Right now, I’m struggling a bit to find my center amidst the chaos that I’ve created in my life by taking on a project (or five) too many. … Continue reading →

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