Deborah Edgar

Let’s get real. We are barraged with ludicrous and ridiculous notions about life and how to manage through it. I could write a separate book on this topic. For now, let’s talk about a few that directly impact our hurting hearts and authentic healing. When I hear the sentiment, “Time heals all wounds,” espoused as truth along with other cultural cliches that don’t make sense, I want to shout from rooftop: “Please, stop the madness!” Time Heals All Wounds . Contrary to popular

When you are rebuilding your life, regardless of the reason, it’s important to create a sanctuary of respite for yourself. As Maya...

Most heartache is the result of a significant life change. The death of a cherished loved one, a divorce or job loss can leave us feeling...

It was just this past month, 24 months following Jon’s death, that I was able to to sit and read the hundreds of cards and letters I...

I’ve experienced a great deal of heartache throughout my life including physical, emotional and sexual abuse, two divorces, the tragic...

It's 5:00 am. Eyes wide open, and there's no turning back. Pulling the covers over my head for another 30 minutes of restlessness sounds...

I spent Easter in my pajamas. That doesn't mean I didn't celebrate the meaning. One of the many paradoxes of grief is the gift of...

I’m not talking soap operas here. When your heart is broken and your world is shattered in a million pieces, it's hard to imagine how the...

I’ve always resented gym rats. I suppose deep down I’m jealous of them. All that dedication and determination. The thought of dragging...

In “The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity,” Julia Cameron encourages us to take ourselves on a weekly date. I first...