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Living Our Lives with the Notion of "Divine Appointments"

Sep 2, 2024 | innerself.com | Barry Vissell

Image by Mabel Amber. In this Article:What are divine appointments and how do they impact our lives? The significance of spiritual encounters and finding higher purpose. How to recognize and embrace divine appointments in daily life. A personal story of spiritual connection and its transformative power. Encouragement to seek deeper connections and be of service to others. Living Our Lives with the Notion of "Divine Appointments"by Barry Vissell.
Why Couples Don't Get Help

Jul 29, 2024 | innerself.com | Barry Vissell |Joyce Vissell

Image by StockSnap What makes deep and intimate relationships rewarding and challenging? Seven common reasons couples avoid counselingExamples of how professional help can strengthen relationships Why Couples Don't Get Helpby Barry Vissell. A deep and intimate relationship is one of the most rewarding as well as one of the most difficult things in life. To truly give and receive love makes life worth living. Most of us don't learn enough about this subject growing up or in school.
InnerSelf's Daily Inspiration: July 23, 2024

Jul 23, 2024 | innerself.com | Barry Vissell

Image by lisa runnelsJuly 23, 2024The focus for today is:Behind my shame and painis a precious, innocent child that deserves love. Today's inspiration was written by Barry Vissell:We all have parts of ourselves that we prefer to remain hidden. We are all ashamed of certain things we have done or were done to us, or even feelings or thoughts we have had. We imagine that if people knew these things about us, they would not like us. We would be rejected, abandoned, judged or criticized.
The Secret Power of Need: Yes, We Need Each Other

Mar 27, 2024 | innerself.com | Barry Vissell |Joyce Vissell

Image by Gerd AltmannWhen I was a small child growing up in Brooklyn, NY, in the early 1950's, I rarely felt safe. I needed love but dared not show it. I was afraid of being ridiculed, or worse, physically abused. My need for love eventually went underground, hidden even from me. Like many of us, I learned how to present a show of strength, independence, and competence. But in truth, we all need love.
Living on the Edge: When Things Go Really Bad

Jan 29, 2024 | innerself.com | Barry Vissell |Joyce Vissell

Joyce and Barry sitting on old lava flow with the lava eruption in the background. Photo provided by author. When leading a retreat, Joyce and I most want to create a safe container for the deepest personal growth work. It is this feeling of safety that allows participants to really open up. Unfortunately, that is NOT what happened in January, 1989, at a seven-day retreat on the Big Island of Hawaii. The universe stepped in to create the biggest challenges possible.
InnerSelf's Daily Inspiration: January 10, 2024

Jan 10, 2024 | innerself.com | Marie Russell |Barry Vissell

Image by Wisanuwech KaewsilaWatch the video version on YouTube. Narrated by Marie T. Russell. January 10, 2024The focus for today is:I am learning to become more authentic. Today's inspiration was written by Joyce Vissell:Everyone has something that they hide from others. They feel that if others knew their dark secrets, they would not like them. Therefore, it is easier to just show everyone the best part of themselves.
Men and Relationships: 8 Steps to Better Connect with Your Partner

Jan 6, 2024 | innerself.com | Barry Vissell

Image by Mireya Zhiminaicela Over the years of working with men and their relationships, not to mention my own 59-year relationship with Joyce, I have seen some central issues emerge. The last thing I want to do is generalize, saying that all men do this or feel that. However, I have seen certain tendencies which apply to many men. If any of the following applies to you, take it to heart. If not, let it pass, but be sure you are not in denial. And women, please read the following.
The Father-Son Wound and How To Heal It

Jan 2, 2024 | innerself.com | Barry Vissell |Joyce Vissell

Image by Phillip NehoI feel it is vital for not only men, but also women, to understand the father-son wound, and to know how to heal it. Over the decades, I have watched (and of course helped) men become better fathers. I have seen men who have had difficult relationships with their fathers go on to father their own children with much more love and awareness. Of course there are father-daughter wounds, mother-daughter wounds, and mother-son wounds too.
The Miracle Comes Together...Just Like That!

Dec 5, 2023 | innerself.com | Barry Vissell |Joyce Vissell

Image by svklimkin from PixabayIn 1969, while Barry and I were living in Nashville, Tennessee, where Barry was in medical school, I began to have a very strong desire to go back to school and get another degree. I had an RN and BS degree, and worked as a public health nurse, but it didn't feel like enough. I didn't even know what I wanted to study, I just felt that I needed to be back in school learning again. I could hardly think of anything else.
InnerSelf's Daily Inspiration: September 28, 2023

Sep 28, 2023 | innerself.com | Barry Vissell

Image by Mystic Art Design Watch the video version on YouTube. Narrated by Marie T. Russell. September 28, 2023The focus for today is:I choose to notice the little, everyday variety of miracles. Today's inspiration was written by Barry Vissell:Albert Einstein famously said, "There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle.