by Havi Brooks | Jan 8, 2012 | my personal practice
Personal ads. They’re … personal! Very. Each week I write these VPAs to practice asking for what I want. And to get clarity on what that really is, even when asking feels conflicted. I always get useful information about my relationship with various...
by Havi Brooks | Oct 20, 2011 | my personal practice
I have been having lots of long talks with Cairene about exhaustion. And the consequences of exhaustion. Like how all the stupidest and most regrettable things I have ever done (see: sneaking into self-forgiveness) all end up being related to how ridiculously little...
by Havi Brooks | May 31, 2011 | my personal practice
I collect signs. Not literally or anything. I just make a note when I come across a good one. What is a good sign? A good sign is like a thoughtful bathroom. It’s filled with love. Written by someone with a caring heart. A good sign is like a Very Personal Ad....
by Havi Brooks | Feb 20, 2010 | stuff I think about
Personal ads! They’re … personal! Very. So my itty bitty personal ads made me realize that it’s time to make a regular practice of trying to feel okay asking for stuff. Even when the asking thing feels weird and conflicted. Ever since I posted the...
by Havi Brooks | Oct 15, 2008 | stuff I think about
Oof, I hate starting a blog post with a disclaimer but I’m going to. Okay, this bit is for people who aren’t regular readers and don’t know me and my duck yet. Hi! We’re usually really sweet and nice. Ask anyone. Oh, wait. That’s not the...
