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 both compassion and decency are important human qualities, I contend that decency is the more essential of the two…
Compassion May Be Situational But Decency Is Not
"When the norm is decency, other virtues can thrive: integrity, honesty, compassion, kindness, and trust.” Raja Krishnamoorthi To begin with, let’s define our terms. What are compassion and decency? Are they the same, different or
We Are the Sky
“You are the sky. Everything else – it’s just the weather.” Pema Chödrön We get caught up in the storms of life -- our emotions, our memories and the events of the day. The turbulence
Emotional Sobriety – Not Just for Addicts
“Emotional sobriety can be defined as resiliency, wisdom and balance. It’s a metaphor of sorts for addicts who develop emotional intelligence over the course of their journeys in recovery.” George Joseph, Addiction Specialist George Joseph
