Connie Milligan, LCSW

If there is anything I’ve expressed that speaks to you, I’d love to hear from you. You can reach me at my email, connie [at] conniemilligan [dot] com

Is it Really Better to Give Than To Receive?

Is it Really Better to Give Than To Receive?

Usually I am on the giving end of things. Last weekend I attended three different workshops to receive information. It was a big switch for me. I am usually the one conducting workshops, giving gifts, hosting parties. That’s my comfort zone. It was a stretch to put myself on the receiving end. While in that […]

WHO DO YOU CHOOSE TO BE?

WHO DO YOU CHOOSE TO BE?

It has been a powerful week. Two art events opened here in Lexington with profoundly expressive works that tell a story about identity and conflict. In the way that art imitates life, they provide a moving commentary on complex social issues that are not always openly expressed. And then there was the GOP debate, turned […]

When Healthy Patterns Become Unhealthy – What does it mean?

When Healthy Patterns Become Unhealthy – What does it mean?

I am fascinated by this subject. I think the patterns of our behavior tell a lot about our life lessons. Many patterns start out as wonderful expressions of our gifts that make important contributions to society. When they’re overused, they can develop into repetitive behaviors that are unhealthy. Has the pattern become a way of […]

WHICH PART OF YOU IS TAKING THE LEAD?

I was about to meditate when I noticed three birds circling my back yard. They were swirling in circles while also moving forward, one being in front until another did a loop and surged forward. All three of them took turns being in the lead. It was a graceful, un-choreographed midair dance. I realized watching […]

IN EXTREME TIMES – STEP UP – Lessons from David Bowie

IN EXTREME TIMES – STEP UP – Lessons from David Bowie

The new year has had auspicious beginnings. Extremes are being played out all around us. The unprecedented number of deaths of famous people have given us reviews of their extraordinary lives. David Bowie, being the one who has my attention.  The presidential debates have pitted fear mongering, aimed at the lowest common denominator, on one […]

What Three Days of Silence Revealed

What Three Days of Silence Revealed

It’s been something I’ve wanted to do for years. I finally made it happen last week. I went on a silent retreat for three days. I wanted to have the experience of total silence: no family or friends, agenda, structure, electronics, or distractions, just full immersion into a space we seldom encounter. With many options, the Abbey […]