Barbara Holstein
Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, Positive Psychologist, originator of THE ENCHANTED SELF, is the author of: The Enchanted Self, A Positive Therapy, Recipes for Enchantment, The Secret Ingredient is YOU! and DELIGHT. Visit
http://www.enchantedself.com
Articles by this Author
Life, The Greatest Ride of All
- By Barbara Holstein
- Published 12/28/2007
- Psychology
- Unrated
Life is the greatest roller coaster ride we will ever take. The ups and downs, the unexpected changes, the twists and turns, are all a part of living. Our states of mind and body are key factors in how we handle these changes. The problems of life do not go away magically. We have to consciously work on making our lives more positive and joyful.
The Wise Older Woman
- By Barbara Holstein
- Published 12/28/2007
- Psychology
- Unrated
A Wonderful, wise woman of ripe age made beautiful by her innate goodness, positive action and good deeds.
Baking-Loaves of Love
- By Barbara Holstein
- Published 12/28/2007
- Unrated
It is important to stretch ourselves--to dare to discover who we are in the most positive terms and then to let our very essence reflect our individual 'beauty'.
Life Writing, One Facet of Living an Enchanted Life
- By Barbara Holstein
- Published 12/28/2007
- Unrated
In writing THE ENCHANTED SELF, A Positive Therapy, I began writing about my past and experiences again, but this time looking for precious treasure: the positive parts of myself and my life. In writing down my thoughts, feelings and memories, I discovered many wonderful memories growing up.
Practical Ways to Bring Enchantment into Your Life
- By Barbara Holstein
- Published 12/28/2007
- Coaching
- Unrated
How to access positive states of well being again and again. These positive states are unique to you and often reflect your interests, talents, and potential. Here are some activities useful in helping you get in touch with your Enchanted Self.
Designing A Life - We Each Get The Chance
- By Barbara Holstein
- Published 12/28/2007
- Psychology
- Unrated
As we pass through the Seven Gateways to Enchantment again and again and become a true Enchanted Self, we see that life is all about living and then telling and retelling the stories of our lives to get the most positive juice from our stories.
Practical Steps to Enchantment: Improving Your Self Esteem
- By Barbara Holstein
- Published 12/28/2007
- Advice
- Unrated
Often in our society, we are bombarded with the lives of celebrities. We can end up feeling that if we are not part of the rich and famous, our lives are insignificant. Our society also sends a message of competition and achievement.
The Communal Sharing of Enchantment
- By Barbara Holstein
- Published 12/28/2007
- Psychology
- Unrated
Mentoring and learning from each other is much more that taking a course or explicitly giving someone advice or help. Almost every moment of every day when we are with people has the potential for becoming a mentoring or a learning situation.
The Enchantress Within Each of Us Returns-Making Potholders, One Stitch at a Time!
- By Barbara Holstein
- Published 12/28/2007
- Wellness
- Unrated
Can you feel the energy-the passion and determination of the child? It might surprise you to realize that within each of us, the child, with her energy, her passions, her potential for greatness, is still alive.
Coming To Your Senses, Again and Again!
- By Barbara Holstein
- Published 12/28/2007
- Wellness
- Unrated
When we talk about the Enchanted Self we are referring to positive states of mind and body that are unique to each of us. We are also referring to the process by which we tap into our Enchanted Self.