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Image Courtesy of Israel Palacio via Unsplash I was taking time this morning cooking breakfast. It's one habit that is almost fully on autopilot, so I have capacity to tap into contemplation while chopping dates and simmering oatmeal. What came through this morning? The thought of what gets repeated gets amplified. Have you noticed your own capacity to repeat habits and patterns, whether beneficial or not so beneficial? Have you stopped to wonder why that is? I'm drawn to a v

As I take time to turn inward and contemplate the deeper inner meaning of the spring equinox, I can’t help but ponder what seeds are starting to sprout in the garden of my heart and mind? What has cracked open within that needs cultivation? What weeds might need to be rooted out in order for my whole self to flourish? The external world can shine a light on what might be hidden underneath the surface. I have been deeply feeling the unstable and chaotic energy that is attempti

I have recently been seeking ways to channel all of the chaotic, devastating energy swirling in the world today. Being a highly sensitive soul that feels deeply, I need centering and grounding practices that help me sort through all that I absorb. Through taking time to be creative in my own unique way, I am finding the power of my wise inner guide speaking through me, offering me the words I most need to hear so I can keep the bright light of hope, love, and compassion alive

I found a quote that I really appreciated, especially as I found myself gripped by anxiety and my inner critic throwing doubt on the journey I have elected to take this year. The quote says: Your anxiety will always tell you the worst case scenario. It is a liar, do not listen to it. -courtesy of: selfcarexpress via Facebook In this blog post, I want to take some time to address: the inner critic, playing the what if game, and getting stuck in future focus. How do we address

As I embarked on a journey of a lifetime, I couldn't help but draw my consciousness towards the deeper metaphors hidden within the external adventures of flight delays and changes as I traveled to the sacred land of Vrindavan, India. I had been warned that traveling to the holy places came with challenges, but having 2 planes turn into 6 planes and airports in 4 new countries was an adventure I wasn't fully prepared for! This adventure held magic, despair, release of overwhel

What do Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Pow Wows, kickboxing, and dance all have in common? This question arose as I listened to wisdom pointing me back to my own love of dance and the healing power I have found in this form of expression.  Whole body movement has a way of bringing us back to center, grounding us in the present moment, and connecting us with who we are at the core. Dance is the universal movement of the soul and song is the universal language of the spirit. While Yog

I watched a documentary on Saint Hildegard of Bingen recently and it reminded me of a book called God’s Hotel that I read a couple years ago. This book was based on a doctor taking pilgrimage to learn more about Saint Hildegard and her method for healing while simultaneously witnessing the demise of the Western healthcare system as they adopted models of efficiency in the early 1980s. She recognized the potency of what she called slow medicine, taking time to allow the body a

As the season changes from fall to winter, we are invited to pause and take inventory of the year gone by.  It’s an opportunity to let go of what was, rest in what is, and ponder what will be. It’s an opportunity to take time out for restoration of energy, conscious reflection, and utilizing the wisdom we have gained to propel us forward on our journey.  In this day and age of endless busyness, holiday mayhem, and challenges that may arise, it can be difficult to take the tim

Today I want to unpack how inflammation hijacks our mental and physical health while also offering some wisdom in how we can tame the fire brewing underneath the surface of dis-ease. What is inflammation? The Cleveland Clinic defines inflammation as a normal part of your body's response to injuries and invaders (like germs). It promotes healing and helps you feel better. This is how inflammation should work naturally. But, inflammation that happens when there's no injury or i

I just listened to a talk this morning discussing the importance of acknowledging and addressing collective and historical trauma, how trauma gets passed through the generations, and the critical work each of us can take in returning to our roots, reclaiming our authenticity, and remembering who we are beyond what the world has dictated upon us. The more I have entered into the realm of trauma-informed care, the more I have been wrestling with the ways society has inflicted i

I heard it said the other day that so long as we are alive and breathing, we have the opportunity to embark on a journey of healing. This journey is not easy, but the pain of staying stuck in patterns that keep me from living my best life ended up coming at too great of a cost. I have had to consistently make the choice to pull out of my own victim mindset and shame cycles, recognize that I am so much more than what this world had me believing, and define what healing meant f

Understanding Energy and Its Impact on Our Lives Have you ever sensed someone entering your energetic field without even seeing them? Life is energy, and the vibrations around us can provide profound insights into our mental and physical states. We can tune into this connection by recalling moments of deep grief or ecstatic joy. The energy within us vibrates differently in these states, and the energy surrounding us is equally affected. I often reflect on times when I felt dr

Photo Courtesy of: Thomas Kelly via Unsplash Namaste! I have recently been contemplating on the paradoxes of energy. What do I mean by this? Well, everything we do requires energy output. Even resting and sleeping gives the body a chance to continue to work on inner restoration. And yet, we know that when we expend energy in certain ways, we either feel drained or more energized. This reminds me of the idea that the more we give, the more we receive. When we move our bodies,

Namaste! In this world today, we seem to be so focused on getting enough protein, cutting out carbs, and focusing on healthy fat that we...

Photo Courtesy of: Aaron Bergen via Unsplash I was reading Richard Rohr’s latest book, The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age...

I was out walking doing my mantra meditation known as Japa this morning and simply relishing in being enchanted by my surroundings. At...

A small grove of trees rooted together offering foundational support amidst soil erosion The other night I took a stroll at one of my...

Reframing is one of the tools in the coaching toolbox, and it's one that I have been actively refining in my own life. What is reframing?...

The more we can take a step back, see from a higher perspective, and recognize that life is an adventure, the greater opportunity we have...

Photo courtesy of: Wesley Elund via Unsplash This question is coming out of my own reflections on what it has taken for me to continue on...