It's OK to Feel Sad: A Conversation with A Client

There is an epidemic happening in our society where people are numbing out on prescription medications, alcohol, drugs, and sex to not feel the pain of sadness or depression. As children we are taught not to cry and not to express this other side of our being. This life is both light and dark. Is running from or suppressing these feelings the answer?

Consciousness, Experience, Inspiration, Life, SpiritualityNikki Starr NoceAugust 6, 2015feel your emotions, feel sadness, it's ok to feel sad, facing depression, the purpose of sadnessComment

Even in Darkness There is Light

It's rainy and gray in NYC. There is sadness in the air. This past week, I know of two people who overdosed, and I'm sure there were more. I wrote this blog sitting in the dark with the raindrops pattering against the window, exploring and embracing the darkness while remembering that where there is darkness there is light...

InspirationNikki Starr NoceApril 30, 2014darkness, light and darkness, healing wounds, rainy days, a time to mourn, feel your emotions Comment