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Man in the mirror (1)
I write a lot about self-talk and self-kindness. I think this is very much one of our weakest points: humans are not kind to themselves....
Susie Csorsz Brown
Jan 11, 20232 min read
Note to self
Sometimes, the most important things you say to yourself are worth putting on a stickie and then sticking it in a place you'll see...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Jan 4, 20231 min read


Empathy versus sympathy
Connection versus distance I love Dr Brené Brown, and this is a perfect example of her brilliance. https://cupofjo.com/2013/12/17/the-pow...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Dec 14, 20221 min read


What's new on the Big Purple Blob
Check out the recent episodes on The Big Purple Blob podcast. 84- Emotional Health: Life Coach and EFM Jennie Linton Jennie Linton is a...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Dec 6, 20222 min read
Grateful and better because of it
Why be grateful? Why put energy into caring about the act of another? Gratitude is good for your mental health. The grateful mindset...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Nov 30, 20226 min read
The good, the true, the hunky-dory
(aka 10 things I am so very happy that my kids have learned during these years overseas) Life stuff 1. Good toilet paper is a good...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Nov 23, 20226 min read
10 specific ways to be more grateful
I think you’re probably noticing a theme in this month’s posts, right? November is an excellent time to specifically be more grateful;...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Nov 9, 20222 min read
Grateful
Gratitude Grateful. How many of you know what it truly means to be grateful? Beyond the superficial ‘Thanks’ we award those who hand us...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Nov 2, 20224 min read
Enough
Words worth repeating until you HEAR them: You ARE enough No one is left wanting. You are the best you can be and that is exactly what...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Oct 26, 20221 min read


On being brave
Gulp. Deep breath. I know I can do this. And .... go! I am not a cowardly lion. In fact, I pride myself on being able to make quick...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Oct 19, 20223 min read
Small kindnesses
Every moment is an opportunity to do a small act of kindness, create something good, and at no cost to you. Small Kindnesses I’ve been...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Oct 12, 20221 min read


Life lessons from the dog ... and the cat
As you well know, there exist Cat people and Dog people. I’m not sure if this is really a statement about personality so much as...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Oct 5, 20224 min read


What's new on The Big Purple Blob
76- Meet the coach: Find more WELLNESS in your family life with Susie Csorsz-Brown Meet the vivacious Family Wellness Coach Susie...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Oct 4, 20221 min read


The art of doing nothing
Why Did It Why did it take all day to get nothing accomplished Why, I could have started at noon & saved a lot of time We spend a lot of...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Sep 28, 20224 min read


Belonging versus Fitting in
As Foreign Service families, we move often. We relocate to new cities, have to reestablish our circle of friends and comfort zones. ...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Sep 21, 20222 min read
Enoughness
There is a point where we need to take a minute, look around, and realize that what we have, what we embrace, what we love, who we are,...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Sep 14, 20221 min read


Latest episodes on The Big Purple Blob
72- Supporting your child who REALLY does not want to move...again https://bit.ly/3wJPV0p Is your child dreading your next move? Susie...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Sep 11, 20221 min read
Back to School: Connecting with your kiddos
I'm telling you, SOMETHING did happen at school today, even if your child won't tell you about it. There are tricks to getting a...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Aug 31, 20221 min read
Connections = Happy Humans
I love this article. I love the message, because I think community and the sense of belonging is so important. Humans are social...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Aug 25, 20221 min read
Back to school letter to my boys
My dearest boys, So excited! School is about to start! Admit it: you’re looking forward to a bit more structure in your day, right?...
Susie Csorsz Brown
Aug 10, 20228 min read
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