Articles By Eve Delunas, Ph.D.

As the New Year approaches, are you looking to make a change? Are you ready to retire an old habit and replace it with a new, healthier way of living? Here are six tips for motivating yourself to make new, life-enhancing choices in the coming year.

When faced with a serious hip problem, I received the inner message that I was crippled by my perfectionism. I discovered that I had crippled my own spiritual growth by perpetuating a false self-image, and found relief and joy in beginning to acknowledge and accept the negative qualities that I encountered in my dark side.

Back in the 1960's, a famous psychologist named Fritz Perls used to say, "Lose your mind and come to your senses." When we "lose our minds" we do, indeed, come to our senses. The present moment of our lives becomes infinitely richer and more satisfying. We are able to access deep peace and inner stillness, even amidst chaos and confusion. We feel more connected to our inner guidance, as we inhabit a clear space within us, uncluttered by thought, in which abundant insight and creative inspiration are easily received.

Forgiveness is your most potent medicine for self-healing. It is a powerful choice you make to be whole again. Unfortunately, many people do not forgive because of misconceptions they hold. Seven common myths about forgivenss are discussed.