Category Archives: Accent on the Positive

I See Beautiful

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

The other day I stopped at Walgreens for a few items. It was an extremely hot day and I had just finished exercising. I would have preferred to at least shower before the quick shopping trip, but sunscreen, band-aids, and … Continue reading →

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One Happy Island

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

I recently wrote a post about the fourteenth wedding anniversary excursion I went on with my husband. Many readers saw the sunset photos and inquired where one can find such surreal beauty. The answer is Aruba. And believe it or … Continue reading →

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Words He Seldom Hears

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

A critical part of living Hands Free to grasp what really matters is having awareness. I have realized I cannot fight the distraction that takes priority over my relationships if I do not allow myself to fully acknowledge my areas … Continue reading →

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No Thanks Necessary

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

The week before Easter, I had a proposal for the good people of The Hands Free Revolution. I asked that we ban together and collectively recognize those who are underappreciated and often forgotten. And our targets were the faithful trash … Continue reading →

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Healing Hands

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

I am part of the “Me” generation, a generation that has been described as selfish, preoccupied, distracted, and egocentric…among other things. And I have been guilty of living up to every single one of those characteristics. But there are times … Continue reading →

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Butterfly Part 2

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

For as long as I can remember, I have used the written word to reach out to others. Whether it is for a celebratory reason or in times of sorrow or strife, I have words to give. Although I am … Continue reading →

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The Magazine Gesture

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

Yesterday I wrote about encouragement. I received such a positive response that I am “encouraged” to write more on this topic today. See how beautifully that works? Today’s story illustrates that expressions of encouragement, support, and love need not come … Continue reading →

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Outside the Circle Awaits the Heart

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

*Permission has been granted to use her authentic name I was not surprised when a dear friend of mine said she was going to take lunch to someone she had never met. She was always reaching outside her circle of … Continue reading →

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I See a Bright Spot

Posted on December 16, 2010 by Rachel Macy Stafford

From the comments I am receiving from my readers, many of you are experiencing feelings of shock, disappointment, and tremendous sorrow when you fully realize the valuable cost of daily distraction in your life. You have told me of your … Continue reading →

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