Three Ways to Overcome Fear ![]()
Fear is one of the most debilitating emotions that humans experience. Beyond the immediate, tangible threats we face, fear often holds us in a quiet, unconscious grip. Whether triggered by…
Donna MarksJuly 6, 2026
The Power of Reframing Our Thoughts and Words ![]()
I’ve noticed lately how easy it’s become to think and speak in a negative way. It feels like people are frustrated and struggling to focus on the good things in…
Donna MarksJune 1, 2026
Have We Lost Our Grip on Mental Health Solutions? ![]()
Some experts can explain complex issues in their simplest form. Their genius isn’t inherent; it comes from years of research, experience, and common sense. Sometimes they write a book that…
Donna MarksApril 20, 2026
How People Learn ![]()
L earning something new is an art, and you’re never too busy, too old, or too anything to start learning. It’s a gift to continually expand your mind. Since it’s impossible…
Donna MarksMarch 23, 2026
Why Winners Win ![]()
Right now, there’s a lot of emphasis on failure. For example, AI might cause some people to lose their jobs, a war could lead to a financial crisis, and the…
Donna MarksMarch 16, 2026
When Relationships Turn from Trusting into Rusting ![]()
Rust forms when iron reacts with oxygen, causing corrosion. Similarly, when trust is damaged by dishonesty or deceit, it can disintegrate a loving relationship. Solid relationships are built on trust,…
Donna MarksFebruary 9, 2026
What is A Course in Miracles? ![]()
In 1965, Helen Schucman, a psychology professor at Columbia University, served as a scribe for a voice she heard internally, who identified himself as Jesus. The messages she received, along…
Donna MarksFebruary 2, 2026
Three Reasons Why Giving and Receiving are the Same ![]()
I first read in A Course in Miracles that giving and receiving are the same, or in the Twelve Step programs that we must give it away to keep it, I felt completely…
Donna MarksNovember 11, 2025
I’m Happiest When… ![]()
For many of us, happiness is a skill we need to cultivate. Some people naturally experience the joy of ideal childhoods and stay positive. The rest of us may have…
Donna MarksOctober 27, 2025
Embracing Disappointment ![]()
It’s completely normal to feel upset when things don’t go as planned. Setting realistic expectations and managing disappointment from an unwanted outcome can lead to anger, sadness, or even vengeful…
Donna MarksAugust 25, 2025
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