Deborah Jean Nielsen

Being and Becoming

Being and Becoming is my book, it has been sent to my editor. Before long, it will become an actual tangible, buyable book . Excited ! Sneak Peek …Dynamic balance is described in reference to being and striving and in relation to developing your own balance with compassion and accountability. With navigating thought and emotionContinue reading “Being and Becoming”

Less Crunch, More Flow

Some days can feel crunchy, it can seem like every task we attempt is not only difficult, but there are unexpected turns and road blocks. At these times , it can be discouraging and frustrating. When there are a series of unexpected challenges, it can feel like we are facing blocks, or intrusions. The textureContinue reading “Less Crunch, More Flow”

Trauma and Resilience

For over twenty years, trauma has been a focal point in my practice. In the past several years, trauma has become more talked about than ever before. While trauma has always been an aspect of human experience, the concept of trauma is now more widely known, and more clinicians are treating trauma. Trauma is disruptive.Continue reading “Trauma and Resilience”

A Mindful Look at the Critical Mind

Who has a critical mind ? It is an intrinsic part of the human mind. Certainly, the critical mind is rooted in survival. The critical mind is looking out for what is wrong, and how to correct it. It tends to express itself through a voice that is criticizing ourself and others. Criticism can becomeContinue reading “A Mindful Look at the Critical Mind”

Dynamic Balance : Being and Striving

I am here, in this moment. Am I, actually present in the moment ? We may ask ourselves, with curiosity, is my attention more on the next moment, or the next hour, or the following day or beyond. This pushing forward to be in the future, to accomplish, to get beyond now is striving pastContinue reading “Dynamic Balance : Being and Striving”

Allowing Determination and Acceptance to Come Together

This morning I feel raw, fragile, broken. Yesterday I felt strong and hopeful and energetic. At this moment, I am holding the space for myself and my emotion to allow it to flow through me. Not trying to grasp it or control it, explain it or define it. It just is; and already, saying this;Continue reading “Allowing Determination and Acceptance to Come Together”

The Dynamic Balance of Being Yourself and 2 of the 4 Agreements

When do you feel most at home with yourself ? Take a minute with that . When you feel most at home, and comfortable being yourself..Where are you and what are you doing ? Are you alone, or with someone ? Are you thinking or feeling ? Moving or still ? Are you exploring aContinue reading “The Dynamic Balance of Being Yourself and 2 of the 4 Agreements”

Being Present is the Gift : The Little One and Present Day Adult

Our best moments are when we are most present. Experiencing our best moments, we are immersed in the moment, centered and grounded. Right here, right now. Start with your breath, just noticing the breath. Notice how you feel in your body. Observe your thoughts and sensations. There you are. Being still, coming back to yourContinue reading “Being Present is the Gift : The Little One and Present Day Adult”

“Dialoging with Dreams” TheArt of Dynamic Competence ; podcast, season Two, episode 20.

This is an excerpt from The Art of Dynamic Competence, on Dreams. Susan Clark and I had a great discussion about dreams. Click on the image to hear the excerpt, and go to the Art of Dynamic Competence website, at top of page click on “more” to find season 2, episode 20, for the fullContinue reading ““Dialoging with Dreams” TheArt of Dynamic Competence ; podcast, season Two, episode 20.”

Dynamic Balance

The idea of dynamic balance is often on my mind. It is a concept I have been playing with for years. There is no static, perfect balance, as far as I know in life, or living beings. Yet there are ideas of static perfection in human consciousness. There is room for a vast array ofContinue reading “Dynamic Balance”