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Sustainability: A Long-Term Mindset for Growth, Society, and Life (Part 1)

I am thinking about sustainability. Partially because I have been asked to join a task force of coaches, supervisors, psycholigists and othrs in the psycho-social community who represent their orgaisation as we seek to updayte a climate agreement we have. I, of course, represent the EASC as a board member.

Sustainability is more than just concerning environmental issues, although, of course, that is what one first thinks of. It is a kind of glasses with lenses on the long-term view as it is looking with a long-term mindset that ensures growth, stability, and well-being for you and me as individuals, communities, countries, continents, and then the planet.

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Are you finding hope - even in uncertain times? I am!

I have been writing about what you can do to find hope in such uncertain times and last week I wrote that you should make sure to work from your values and strengths to remain hopeful. Today, the fourth and final blog in the series, I will write about being grateful and staying in the moment as well as other thoughts.

10. Remember to enjoy every moment, if you can.  

Whether it’s a cup of coffee in the morning, a short walk outside, or time spent with loved ones, focusing on small pleasures can shift our mindset toward gratitude and hope. Maybe a gratitude journal or jar would be helpful for you. Write down a few things you’re grateful for each day. This practice helps remind you of the good around you, even if other parts of life feel unstable. It is AMAZING how this helps! This is also part of your PPFs (see the blog on March 6th).

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Part two of "Finding Hope"

Last week I began a series on finding hope in uncertainty. Boy oh boy are things becoming uncertain!

Last week I wrote that in times of uncertainty, when life feels unpredictable and control seems out of reach, hope is essential. It serves as a light, a source of strength that keeps us moving forward, even when we can't see the path clearly. Finding hope in uncertainty can help us regain balance, resilience, and a sense of purpose, helping us navigate challenges with a positive outlook. I gave three steps on this and here are some more on how to cultivate and hold onto hope, even in the midst of uncertainty.

Then this weekend happened. Need I say more?

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Part One of “Finding Hope in Uncertainty: How to Stay Grounded and Positive When the Future Feels Unclear”

In times of uncertainty, when life feels this unpredictable and control seems out of reach, hope is essential. It serves as a guiding light, a source of strength that keeps us moving forward, even when we can't see the path clearly.

Finding hope in uncertainty can help you regain your balance, resilience, and a sense of purpose, helping you navigate all your challenges with a more positive outlook.

This is the beginning of a few blogs on how to cultivate and hold onto hope, even in the midst of great uncertainty.

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Happy August First - the Swiss National Day!

Happy August 1st!

On this day all over Switzerland you can go to Farmer Brunches, attend speeches and fireworks, go to the forest and have a bratwurst over the fire.  You can do all these and more – and we are a direct democracy, and so far, it is working. Thank God.

But today I remember places where democracy is threatened or non-existent.

I remember, Myanmar, Sudan, DRC, and of course, Yemen, Palestine/Gaza/Israel.

I also remember Venezuela today, on August first.

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