

The Value of Waiting
I learned there was value in waiting when I was 12 years old. It was the first year that I knew there was no such thing as Santa Claus. ...


The Value of the Truth
I propose that there is a value in knowing the truth, even if it is uncomfortable or painful.


The Value of Destruction
I would suggest that it is the destruction of the dream that will make it possible for these relationships not only to be saved, but also to


The Value of Disappointment
Being disappointed is as much a part of life as breathing; it is unavoidable. We go to great lengths to avoid it, yet, it is a valuable expe


The Value of Being Excluded
Exclusion also has great value. As with many painful experiences, it also offers an opportunity to learn more about ourselves, if we know w


Dodging Disappointment: During the Holidays and the Rest of the Year
Disappointment is a difficult emotion. It can step in and ruin any experience. You are having a good day, something happens where your...


Maleficent: Not Your Typical Sleeping Beauty Story
The first known version of Sleeping Beauty was written in the 1300s. Walt Disney’s animated version brought the story to the general...