Tag Archive for: living in the unknown

3 Ways to Practice Self-Compassion
Newsletter, Self-Care“There is something wonderfully bold and liberating about saying yes to our entire imperfect and messy life.”
― Tara Brach, author, Radical Acceptance
Once I was at a retreat and the facilitator said, "The way we talk to ourselves, is…

Start here. Let’s do this together.
Newsletter, Self-CareLately, I'm noticing my thoughts zipping and pinging madly—much like a tennis match. When I get distracted, off-center and spread too thin, I know that's a sign to pause, take a deep breath and check-in. More than any other practice, the art/science…

The Truth About Self-Care (+ support for these times)
Newsletter, Self-CareThis morning it was cold, raining, the time change was affecting my sleep, I had a stuffy nose and all I wanted to do was pull the covers over my eyes and go back to sleep. Sometimes, more rest is exactly what I need. But this morning, I lovingly…

It’s Ok to Feel Good (actually, it’s your job)
Mindfulness, Newsletter, Self-CareLast week I met a friend in the forest near my home for a mid-morning walk. I hadn't slept the night before, I had a long list of work deadlines and my heart was heavy with parenting struggles. I pulled up to the campground parking lot feeling…

Find Hope: Many Things Are True At Once
Mindfulness, Newsletter“Polarity exists so that we may discover the truth beyond this world of duality, which is the ultimate purpose of life.” ~ Dashama Konah Gordon
Around the globe, many are experiencing deep frustration, pain and despair right now. And, some…

What Do You Need This Summer (+ 9 ways to say “no”)?
Newsletter, Self-CareLast Thursday morning after my nature-based workout, my friend Laura asked me to join her and her kids to pick strawberries. Thinking of the mountains of emails and event contracts that awaited me and before, “No, I have to get to my office,”…

The Gifts of Discomfort (+ tips for redesigning your life)
Mindfulness, Newsletter"Life has a way of saying, "Hey, come back over here, reconnect." The only way that you'll actually wake up and experience freedom is if you have the capacity and courage to stay with the vulnerability ... and the discomfort."-Tara Brach
I was…

Many Things Are True At Once
Mindfulness, NewsletterShakespeare said, “Nothing is either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.”
Around the globe, many of us are experiencing deep frustration, pain and despair right now. Others are expanding joyfully into radical new ways of being and seeing.…

Many Things Are True At Once
Mindfulness, NewsletterShakespeare said, “Nothing is either good or bad but thinking makes it so.”
Around the globe, many of us are experiencing deep frustration, pain and despair right now. Others are expanding joyfully in to radical new ways of being and seeing.…

Is Your Life Too Crowded?
Mindfulness, NewsletterEver feel like you're a robot going through the motions and living on auto-pilot? If this feeling creeps in to my day, I know it's time to pause and re-assess. I desire to feel awake, alive, joyful, engaged and curious--in all areas of my life!…

(Video) How Do You Come Home to Yourself?
Newsletter, Self-CareMy life has been topsy turvy for the last two weeks. My husband, son and I are going through many new, exciting work and living transitions but the chaos, tumult, stress and uncertainty have been unsettling to say the least. Based on my upbringing,…

(Video) What is the Summer your Soul Desires?
Newsletter, Self-CareToday is the summer solstice, the first official day of summer and the longest day of the year. I love summer and the invitation to be more spontaneous, playful, nature-centric and to fully embrace all of my senses! Adventure, rest, time…