The May 2024 Newsletter is here!  Read it now right HERE! MAY 2024 NEWSLETTER!! LIVING THE PASSIONATE LIFE WITH DR. MARA KARPEL * Note:  In the newsletter, I discuss the Essential Caregivers Act and I have just learned that the bicameral and bipartisan federal bill, which has no fiscal note, was introduced in Congress on […]

Cultivating Awareness: The Heart-Centered Path to Healing Life is a journey, as is grief, and there’s a profound need for compassion and awareness. As a grief educator, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of embracing these qualities. I invite you to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing through the lens of the 5 pillars […]

Happy Halloween! It’s difficult to believe that the of October is near, and nearly the end of 2023. Yet miraculously the kids were ready to go trick or treating in spite of cold weather. Costumes didn’t turn out as expected, but at the end of the day, each kid pivoted and improvised within 10 minutes […]

Personal values matter because they provide a framework for decision-making and guide our behavior and actions. They represent the principles and beliefs that are important to us as individuals, shaping our attitudes, priorities, and goals. Here are some key reasons why personal values are significant: Authenticity and self-awareness: Personal values reflect who we are as […]

Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash Love yourself and don’t be a jerk is good advice for any conflict. Why? While I want my clients to see their contribution, to own their part in any problematic situation, self-blame doesn’t help you do this in any effective way. It actually makes you more likely to be […]