By Peggy Lindsey Is it true that humans hate anguish and discomfort so much that we would do anything to avoid being in pain? We might think so! After all, none of us wakes up one morning and decides to be miserable. However, subconsciously, many do. The number one cause of ongoing suffering is attachment. People are attached to situations, desires, possessions, and even old stories! They cling to dualistic views
By Peggy Lindsey Life’s routine is often mundane as we go through the motions. At times these activities no longer feel good to us . . . we can become disinterested, or even anxious and resentful of them. When this happens, start asking yourself, “Why am I doing this?” Dig deep as you ponder this question. Maybe you won’t have a good reason, or maybe you will discover what you are
By Peggy LindseyVulnerability is part of the human experience. As much as we would prefer to stay immune to the pains of everyday life, we cannot escape the challenges of being human. If we are honest, most of us run and hide when we see pain on the horizon. But that strategy — to banish or suppress pain — has never worked nor ever will. Wounds, especially those we cannot
By Peggy LindseyWe are physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual beings. That may seem a foreign concept to some, but if we take a moment to look, we can see clearly how our human experience is made of each of these aspects. What kind of relationship do you have with these parts of yourself? Are they in parity with one another? Maybe you live at the gym every day . .
By Peggy Lindsey Beliefs . . . we all have them! Normally we don’t give them a second thought, but when we consciously work with them, they have the power to change the course of life’s trajectory. Most of us are ruled by our thoughts, and if we’re honest, they don’t serve us very well much of the time. Stuck in our heads, we overthink everything. It’s exhausting. We’re bombarded with
By Peggy LindseyComfort zones . . . we love them! They feel so good and safe, and we relax easily in their embrace. Just as with your favorite pair of slippers, you eventually have to step into something new. Lately, we are all getting pushed out of comfort zones, and quite rapidly I might add! Changes are happening so fast it makes our heads spin. Perhaps we could all use
By Peggy LindseyInstead of the usual New Year’s resolutions, I invite you to consider a fresh approach in 2025. It’s a bold move . . . and perhaps a bit unfamiliar, but it’s a game changer. Living from the heart . . . That’s it? It sounds simple enough. But, can we do it? It’s not just about doing nice things for people. It’s about getting out of our thinking
By Peggy Linsdey The holidays are filled with gatherings with those we hold dear, yet this can feel profoundly different after the loss of a loved one. Instead of joy, the season can bring a sense of absence, longing, and sorrow. Yet, even amidst grief, it is possible to find true moments of light, connection, and meaning. Honor your emotions. You can’t shut down your grief, but you can make room
By Peggy Lindsey In this age of fitness centers, dietary supplements, and various ways to stay healthy, a diagnosis of terminal illness seems so unreal. Yet, it is estimated that 1.5 million people in the U.S. are struggling with such diseases at any given time. Caregivers and relatives ride the emotional rollercoaster every day . . . handling discussions with the medical team, worrying about finances, feeling both inadequate and on
By Peggy LindseyWe all have experienced the ending of a relationship. Saying farewell to those we are closely connected with is a deeply human experience that often comes with pain and difficulty. The emotional aftermath is different for everyone, but almost all of us face feelings of loss, confusion, and grief. Sometimes these changes in relationships are not caused by anything bad, but simply from circumstances of growth. Yet the
By Peggy LindseyLife is not a bed of roses . . . nor is it a bed of thorns. Life is a combination of the wonderful and the awful with everything in between! Our past with all of its ups and downs plays a major part in who we are. That’s a fact. The circumstances we survived will always be with us. Beautiful memories rest sweetly in our hearts, bringing
By Peggy LindseyIt’s best to just call it as it really is. What we refer to as sadness can actually be grief, and grief is an experience none of us can escape. What do I mean by this? Most of us hold the misconception that grief is only a result of bearing the death of a loved one. In reality, however, grief hits whenever we encounter any kind of loss
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“Brady Roseberry” Featured at the Big Steam & Roots Music Festival Photography by Jay Hiatt FIRST – Check out the Gallery Walk $250 Gift Card Giveaway on Pg. 4! Hello, Hot Springs! As we lean into the autumn equinox, we’re celebrating with a burst of blues, hometown pride, and one seriously striking cover. This month features
By Jennifer Case By Erin Wood The Carework Project: Reckoning with Love, Labor, and the Living World is the third book by Conway resident and University of Central Arkansas creative writing professor Jennifer Case, released last month from Trinity University Press. Combining elements of memoir, collage, interview, research, and cultural reflection, The Carework Project probes what care
Can you find this mural in downtown Hot Springs? Text a selfie in front of it to receive a free drop-in at The Yoga Place for any class in September. 501-651-0545. Photo by Missy Conry. By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens In yoga, balance is about more than simply standing on one
The transition into autumn signals the busy back-to-school shopping season. As autumn approaches, style is taking a richer turn, and The Velvet Attic Boutique is bringing the season’s changing look to downtown Hot Springs. Their curated autumn lineup mixes seasonal colors, balances rich textures and versatile layers, and features transition-ready
