human connection – Page 6

Getting Yourself Within Reach of Life’s Unexpected Redo

“Sometimes my tries are outside the lines We’ve been conditioned to not make mistakes But I can’t live that way….
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How to See Past Life’s Obstructions and Get Miraculous Results

My husband recently got prescription glasses. He doesn’t really like the fact he needs them so he only wears them…
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A Reasonable Test for Remaining Calm & Compassionate During Distressing Times

This summer, while working on breaking a long and unhealthy relationship with diet soda, I had an ugly outburst. At…
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A Vacation Breakthrough that Led to a Healthier, Happier Family & Kindness for All

While we were crabbing one night during our beach vacation, my 10-year-old daughter suddenly turned away from her sister and…
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How a Control Freak Learned to Trust in Time & Let Life Breathe

As we flew on an airplane to attend my father-in-law’s funeral three months ago, I worked on a special project….
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What You Can Do Each Day to Help Kids Be Safe, Smart, and Strong

“I hope you find the love that’s true So the morning light can shine on you I hope you find…
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I want to make memories, not to-do lists. I want to feel the squeeze of loving arms, not the pressure of over-commitment. I want to get lost in conversation with my favorite people, not consumed in a sea of unimportant emails. I want to be overwhelmed by sunsets that give me hope, not by overloaded agendas that steal my joy. I want the noise of my life to be a mixture of laughter & gratitude, not the intrusive buzz of mobile phones & text messages. I’m letting go of distraction, perfection, & pressure to grasp what really matters. I’m living Hands Free. Will you join me? (Read More)

“After attending one of Rachel’s speaking events, I am finding myself pausing more and re-setting my reactions to my spouse and children as a result of reflecting on the situations and lessons Rachel shared. Her decision to reveal the good, the bad, and the ugly, and what she’s learned as she’s worked to transform herself, has lasting impacts on her audience. Rachel’s lessons are like ripples in the ocean as they help others like me move towards choosing love and coming as we are. Rachel works wonders by helping others work wonders.” –A Hands Free Mama in progress