How often does something resonate and yet it hesitates to come into our life fully? That person, place, or thing we are imagining is not quite ready. It asks us to hold steady - to keep the dream alive, to listen, learn, and grow until we are ready. But what does “ready” mean? The details differ for each of us but basically and generally it means you committing to You...
Read MoreMost of the time, we have to break before we realize what’s at stake. The subtle signs pass by us without any luck until one day we realize, we’ve been struck. By lightening or so it seems - what happened to our old ways of being? They were no longer serving us and finally the mind-body decided it was time to be seen...
Read MoreHonoring your darkness is often seen as a weakness, when in fact it's a skillful trait that can prevent and even end hate. If we choose reflection rather than projection, the world would be a completely different place. And I understand it’s a tall ask to consider since we were small, most of us have been taught to be bitter one way or another...
Read MoreReflecting upon yourself could be the hardest thing you do. It means taking responsibility for You. One way to begin is by reducing distractions where it’s almost certain, nothing will happen. It will likely get uncomfortable and even ugly too - it will probably be something that you don't want to pursue but I deeply encourage you to reflect upon You...
Read MoreWhat old patterns are no longer serving you? Where did you once need protection but perhaps it’s no longer true? In fact, it could hinder you but it’s what you’re used to so you’re unsure of what to do. If this sounds like you, consider this: take time to quiet the mind and listen to the body - and if for any reason this feels unsteady, please know it’s a just sign you’re getting ready...
Read MoreConsider the life you want to create, is it growth-based or do you tend to hesitate? Let this reflection be a guide to the next step you take; whatever your answer, that’s the story you create. And there’s no right or wrong way - though it will likely determine your day, your relationships, the way you work, and the way you play. If you decide to grow, please know this...
Read MoreWhen you let curiosity lead the way, you start creating a different day. As thoughts turn into action, they pave the way and create the experience you’ll take away. As you bring this with you throughout the day, it opens up the possibility for more play - and you’ll respond to others in a more kind way. And while what we do is incredibly important What’s more important is how we do it…
Read MoreWhen so much is expected of you, what do you let go and what do you pursue? Before you answer, think this through. Is the mind-heart connected and coming from a place of truth? Or is it something you feel you have to do? If so, how can it help you grow? What language can you change for the story to be re-spun into something more welcoming once the day is done?...
Read MoreWhen we begin putting ourselves first, we naturally have more energy to disperse. One way to begin is by checking in -does the mind-body-spirit light up, seem heavy, or does the answer to the question feel like a maybe? This small task before you say, “Yes” can change your day in a simple, yet profound way. It creates a foundation of roots in your truth...
Read MoreRoutine is a natural state of Being. When practiced with love and attention, routine is balance set in motion. When it feels like it’s something we need to control, it’s an opportunity to learn to let go and access our natural flow.
Read MoreMost of the time we are in the mind - we have forgotten about the heart and that leaves us without knowing where to start. The breath connects us to the rest of us, it redirects us to calmer states of being by taking slow deep breaths and feeling, the mind-body become one stream.
Read MoreWe raise ourselves up and ground ourselves down but there never seems to be enough time to truly turn our frown upside down. Self-care meets us there; when time feels like a race, if we let self-care come in first place, we will win beyond what we could imagine. The race begins to dissipate, time becomes more spacious, we become more gracious and things start to fall into place for us.
Read MoreEvery mind-body is unique, from the time we are conceived until the time of our demise. Our experience is interwoven yet it is the only one we have chosen. It is up to us to direct our path in a healthy way that will last lucky for us, Ayurveda has a map!
Read MoreAs you walk, run, or play, notice the things around you and ask, what do they say? Do you see darkness, do you see light? What feels scary and what feels right? Each is a mirror, a reflection of you and the work you have done or that you get to do. No need to linger, simply, notice, allow, and bow to these great messages of reflection that are here for you now...
Read MoreWhen we decide to change our lives, we may be inspired by love and light or it could feel like a fight. When the light is dim and we have nothing to lose, we still have a choice to choose but we may not be confident if we will win or lose. We receive messages left and right, all well-intended but often out of sight. What’s deemed the most popular or recommended by a friend may leave us feeling like we are stranded on an island…
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