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Articles by Jo Tracy
‘The space between reality and perception’
The space between reality and perception, Existentialism and grace, Between absurdism and stoicism, I see the mirror in my face. Along a lonesome road, Pushing a stone uphill and then I crash beneath it, under the load. I feel weakened and disheartened When I push it up again. Is Joe happy?
‘I Saw a Duck’
I saw a brown duck In the harbour today Swimming by itself Bobbing around Walsh Bay At a leisurely pace Until all at once it flew away I wonder if we will meet again Some other day Try reading Locust by Joel O’Connor slowly and silently to yourself ...
‘If It Is As You Say’
If It is As you say Then why can’t I Find my way there too? Why is it so hidden away? If it really is as you say Why can’t I see how you see it? I seem to be running out of time again I may never know if it is as you say
‘Sunset Island’ - South Sydney Herald
Excited bustle All the vessels but one Made a trip offshore Three hundred men in Small canoes to Explore a bay Stragglers on the rocks Which we passed During the night Adapted from Max Porter’s much praised novel, the Belvoir Street production of Grief is the Thing with Feathers is electrifying, fantastical and deeply moving.
‘Quatrain Quatrain’
Sit in my chair To write a quatrain Pull at my hair Hoping words fill my brain
‘San Sara Plus One’
In a straight jacket, Bag on his head, Arms folded and crossed Lest he be led. Sitting beside him, Ichi, ni, san, No seeing, No hearing, No speaking (No fun). The 4th Wise Monkey, Shizanu, Chose his fate as his task, “To do no evil, is all that I ask.”
‘Citrus Limon’ - South Sydney Herald
I struggle with with how to write about you Sucking the sour for an Hour or two Touching your Sunshine Squeezing those cheeks I’ve been thinking about You for over three weeks Also Grating around inside my head Are words I imagine a Lemon might have said
'Her siren song' - South Sydney Herald
Her siren song Draws men To die among The rusticles
The Effects of Motivation on Sports Performance
Motivation can be described as an individual’s inner will and dedication or focus to achieve a goal they have set for themselves. Motivation is a very important factor in elite level sports for the simple reason it’s what makes you do what you do, if you’re not motivated to be a top level athlete then you have a chance of not being the best you can be and falling short of your goals. Motivation is started and caused by a motive which is a reason to do things that will require motivation.
The Beginning of a New Me
I know many say "new year, new me" or "the end of a chapter and beginning of a new" and often times tend to repeat the same routine but with new people or a new style. I admit I have always been one of those people. I think that what is difficult about the desire to start over are unconscious habits and not understanding ourselves.
Do you have Dyscalculia? (aka Math Dyslexia)
If I could go back in time with the knowledge of my condition to tell my younger self, I would in the blink of an eye. Not only would I have been able to achieve more academically throughout my time in school, but I would have know that I wasn't stupid, and my teacher would have known that I wasn't lazy, that I was trying, and that I was eager to learn. Rewind to third grade.
The Accuracy of Memory - Did It Really Happen How You Think It Did?
Several years ago, while working as a teacher I was heading home one after a parents’ consultations evening. With only one class of pupils in the year group, I had finished early. For the same reason I had also arrived later than most teachers and the car park had been full, so I had parked on a little road, just in front of the school garage. My car was not where I had left it. The first thought that came into my mind was that the janitor must have moved my car because it was in the way.
Narcissism: Recognizing, Coping With, and Treating It
It has been said that we in an "age of entitlement" that has created an epidemic of narcissists in our society. University of Michigan professor Sara Konrath's studies appear to validate the claim. One line of thinking claims that over-coddling, controlling parents contribute to the personality disorder. Others believe that toddlers whose emotional growth is traumatized right around the time most children learn to have empathy are more prone.
Cutting: Why it's a growing trend among tweens and teens
My experience in working with this population, parallels, what is reported by studies and the media. In my practice, I am noticing an increase in self harming each year, and many times schools and parents are unaware, because kids are good at hiding it from adults. This is not to say they are hiding it from each other. In fact, many learn to cut from their friends. And many get help because a friend tells a trusted adult out of concern.
Cloves, Clove Oil and Eugenol - Culinary and Medicinal Uses
The flower buds of the clove tree are pink, but they turn red-brown as they're dried. The word "clove" comes from "clavus", the Latin word for nail. The name reflects the appearance of the dried flower buds, which look somewhat like rusty nails. The bud at the head of the "nail" is surrounded by four sepals. Cloves have an intense flavor. They also taste pungent and only slightly sweet. I like to mix them with a sweeter spice, such as cinnamon, when I add them to food or drinks.
The Invisible Wounds Of Psycho-Emotional Child Abuse
Adults who experienced psychological/emotional abuse in childhood are often unaware of the fact that they were abuse victims. They may experience intermittent or chronic anxiety, depression, addiction, and other mental health issues, and often struggle to form healthy attachments / relationships.
About Narcissist's Enablers and Why They are Guilty
There'd be no such thing as narcissistic abuse if it weren't for the enablers. These are the folks who sit on the sidelines and watch someone else being whipped. They could step in and demand that it stop. They have the power to do so. All it takes is for one or two courageous souls to say "No, this is not okay." But, for various reasons, enablers elect to remain "neutral." The narcissist depends upon these weak-willed comrades. Abusing someone isn't any fun if it's only a party of two.
Birthday Blues: How to Handle Birthday Depression
So what's one in birthday depression recovery to do? Here are some ways to tackle or prevent birthday depression: Easier said than done, but try to lower your expectations. Don't expect anyone to do anything, or expect that your birthday party will a flop. This way, anything good that happens will be an unexpected and pleasant surprise! Don't wait around for someone else to do something for your birthday.
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