Author Archives: gillian berry
a shyness adventure
I’m continuing this “shyness adventure”… an oxymoron. I live the oxymoron. hilarious. Along with shyness (which I’m truly ready to shed completely) I’m an adventurous spirit. And, I’m so grateful … Continue reading
the gifts of shyness
I want to embrace what it means to be shy and explore what it has taught me… Shyness has taught me to listen – really, truly listen. Authentically. Present and … Continue reading
exploring shyness
Shyness It restricts and judges and criticizes. It’s cruel. It’s numbing. It’s an instant shut down. It dulls my spirit. It tames my passion. It keeps me bound from my … Continue reading
an admission…
I’m shy. I’m admitting it. It was probably some years ago that I admitted it before. And, yes. I’m still shy. At 40. It’s been a long journey. Some years … Continue reading
the power of love notes
I wrote about my love for note writing two nights ago. This morning I looked at photos… the outpouring of love after the Vancouver riots … The power of a … Continue reading
re-post – “What’s in a name?”
What’s in a name? I listened to my Dad telling my Grandpa a story over the Christmas holidays. He convinced his hairdresser, Barb, to charge more for her services, in … Continue reading
unlock, Grandma love
January 16, 2011 Bowl #3 – honouring our Grandmothers The joy, commitment, and love of a grandma…
unlock, release
January 15, 2011 Bowl #2 – let it go I feel constant tension in my shoulders, back, neck, held deeply in my physical body: fear, negative thoughts, darkest secrets, dishonesty … Continue reading
unlock, playful heart
January 14, 2011 Day one … playful heart Reflecting on Ethan, my two-year old… how we play! …Laughing, smiling, silliness, expression, unleashed creativity, spontaneity, all out playfulness, funny faces, … Continue reading
