Although you have to stay indoors, summer in Maine owes its wonders to rain storms. Violent storms clear the air, washing the landscape, and when the sun returns, the trees, flowers and fields show their naked colors.

And with humans, tumultuous times precede clarity. When troubled thoughts cause us to think deeply, layers of emotions fade, leaving inner peace and calm.

Asking for help to overcome severe shyness can produce waves of anguish, but know that eventually, great inner tranquility will prevail.