Mary Rizk
Transformative Writer, Counselor, Mediator, Coach
B. Arts, M. Arts, M. Ed. Studies (Guidance & Counseling)
TRANSFORMATIVE INSIGHTS
Welcome to my website
The topics and themes that I explore in this space emanate from my many years in the helping professions as an accredited counselor, mediator, restorative justice specialist and certified relationship coach.
My writings also derive from living a life — navigating and, at least so far, surviving the many ups and downs that existence on this planet delivers.
The themes that I write about generally center on inner change, interpersonal relationships, conflict transformation, codependency and addiction recovery — all very much part of the human condition, at least in my observation. Sometimes those themes are explored separately and sometimes they are interwoven.
My wish is that you find my writings a source of inspiration and enjoyment.
LATEST POSTS
While transformation for us isn’t a biological imperative like it is for the caterpillar, it is a heart-imperative.
The Butterfly and the Heart
“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” Maya Angelou Transformation as a biological imperative… The butterfly is a symbol of
Suffering Is Optional
“Pain is unavoidable but suffering is optional.” Haruki Murakami While pain is an inevitable part of life, suffering is unnecessary add-on. It is, in the very least, not something we are meant to endure endlessly
The Attraction of the Unavailable
“Aren’t you tired of needing things from those who are incapable of providing the things you need?” R.H. Sin, Algedonic Some romantic relationships have a very low chance of surviving beyond weeks or months