For Teachers, Mentors, Parents and Guides

Last week before class one of my students said how much she enjoyed my blog – not just for the guidance, but to show her that I wasn’t perfect. We laughed 😊

Then she asked “So I have my Val, who is your Val to support you?”

Thank you R for caring. It made me realize how important it is for all of us to have compassionate support. It could be a sibling, a teacher, a best friend or a spouse, or perhaps a special pet. Someone who doesn’t judge us, but holds space for us in that moment.

Take a moment and consider: Who do you have to support you in finding your Middle Ground?

Namaste

34 responses to “For Teachers, Mentors, Parents and Guides”

Practica El Beso

Mar 30, 2017 at 11:20 am

How wonderful your student “said how much she enjoyed my blog” … expressing how we feel about something to our mentors is so valuable. Thanks for sharing.

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 30, 2017 at 3:13 pm
  
  Thank you for your presence here 💛
  
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soulspeak

Mar 30, 2017 at 11:31 am

Reblogged this on Beaming Light.

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 30, 2017 at 3:44 pm
  
  Thank you Deb for the re-blog. 💞
  
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nrhatch

Mar 30, 2017 at 11:49 am

BFF is my go to guy!

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 30, 2017 at 3:11 pm
  
  Good for you Nancy 💕
  
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Jill Weatherholt

Mar 30, 2017 at 12:19 pm

I’m with Nancy!

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 30, 2017 at 3:44 pm
  
  Lucky you 💞
  
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Sue Dreamwalker

Mar 30, 2017 at 1:41 pm

Wonderful reminders Val that we all need some one.. 🙂 And my rock is my sister.. She keeps me grounded.. 🙂

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 30, 2017 at 3:45 pm
  
  Good for you both Sue 💕💕
  
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belasbrightideas

Mar 30, 2017 at 2:17 pm

I LOVE the photo of you and the dog 😉 We are never without our dogs who provide endless sources of amusement and unconditional acceptance. But alongside the dogs is my husband and best friend, lo these 25 years or so. We remain the best of partners and friends. Second to that is a small handful of close in spirit friends, if not in distance. We are people who do not judge or make demands on one another but instead delight when we are able to get together or to chat on the phone. Life experience and common ground are what tie us together for the long haul. Aloha, Val! ❤

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 30, 2017 at 3:10 pm
  
  Aloha Bela. Thank you for joining in the conversation! Harry was my special soul-dog. This was the photo taken when we found each other. We went through a lot of highs and lows in both of our lives, but always found a way to hold each other with unconditional love. 💞
  
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Eliza Waters

Mar 30, 2017 at 3:48 pm

Sweet photo, Val. ❤

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 30, 2017 at 9:24 pm
  
  Thanks Eliza. Harry was such a wonderful soul!
  
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Reena Davis

Mar 30, 2017 at 9:08 pm

I am incredibly lucky to have the most supportive sisters possibel❤

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 30, 2017 at 9:19 pm
  
  That is so heartwarming! Thanks Reena 💛
  
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kayla

Mar 30, 2017 at 10:14 pm

Love the photo, Val! 🙂 I can totally sense the love and connection between you two. For myself, I have my mother, my grandmother, and my boyfriend. All three support me in different but equally important ways. 💜

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john flanagan

Mar 30, 2017 at 11:03 pm

Such a fine moment, Val, and such a fine thought

My best to you

john

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 31, 2017 at 7:50 am
  
  Thanks so much John 🙏 Have a good weekend!
  
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Ann Koplow

Mar 31, 2017 at 6:24 am

Lots of people, including you!

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 31, 2017 at 7:49 am
  
  Thank you Ann ❤️
  
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debiriley

Mar 31, 2017 at 6:42 am

what a wonderful and lovely post Val! cheers, peace, and beautiful things to you….. Debi

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 31, 2017 at 7:48 am
  
  Thanks Debi. Peace and beauty to you 💛
  
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  1. debiriley
    
    Mar 31, 2017 at 10:18 pm
    
    you’re welcome, You Too.
    
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Hariod Brawn

Mar 31, 2017 at 7:33 am

Whaddya mean you’re not perfect? I’m outta here!

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 31, 2017 at 7:47 am
  
  LOL Hariod! That’s what I thought too.😉 Have a good weekend~
  
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lorriebowden

Mar 31, 2017 at 7:43 am

I love how this person touched you, Val! Sometimes we have no idea the impact we have on others, both good and sad. I’m proud to say YOU are one of my peeps!! 😘 Have a blessed weekend!

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Mar 31, 2017 at 7:48 am
  
  Thanks so much Lorrie for your kindness and being here 💛
  
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rikkisky

Mar 31, 2017 at 9:12 am

Sweet photo and I can see the love between you. I have my Onee, a collection of wonderful friends, including you, and authors, I don’t know how it works – I always find the right passage to soothe my soul.

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Apr 1, 2017 at 7:43 am
  
  Thank you Rikki 💛 There is comfort and inspiration in the words of sages… and bloggers. I find writing my posts helps me to connect to inner peace. xo
  
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Ann Coleman

Mar 31, 2017 at 4:01 pm

Your blog certainly helps! And I have a few other friends who do as well.

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Apr 1, 2017 at 7:38 am
  
  Thank you Ann 💛
  
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Jainey

Apr 3, 2017 at 4:17 pm

I’m with Nancy.
BFF and Siblings are mine.

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1. Val Boyko
  
  Apr 3, 2017 at 10:27 pm
  
  So heartwarming. Thank you 💕
  
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● About Me

My name is Val Boyko, a dual citizen living near Philadelphia, originally from Scotland.

This blog came to life one morning in 2013. I woke up with these words in my mind: “Life is a series of highs and lows. Be grateful for the highs. Be graceful in the lows. And find contentment in your Middle Ground.”

Find Your Middle Ground blog started to explore, reflect, ask deep questions, share insights about awakening, and connect with wonderful people like yourself. Thank you for being here and being such an inspiration.