I had a round of real bad luck that dampened the end of our summer vacation, and put me in a tailspin of anxiety, depression, full-on panic attacks, and a relapse of symptoms from a chronic condition I’ve managed so well for months.
Read moreGood Intentions, pt 7
I had imagined for us early morning field hikes with the dogs to the little waterfall back in the forest creek, visits to the movie theatre and trips to the bowling alley, day road trips to fun local-ish spots, loads of swimming in our backyard pool, and a perfectly spotless home.
Read moreGood Intentions, pt 5
I have a tendency to think I’m capable of doing all the things (and almost always without asking for help), but the truth is, I’m not. I’m one person with many different roles and sometimes, one or two roles have to stick out a little bigger than the other. Things get dropped and forgotten, people disappointed, and I get worn out.
Read moreGood Intentions, pt 4
If you were in class with me Thursday, you heard the story of our big Kangal-dog Rory finding a skunk in the barn and the skunk spraying INSIDE the barn Wednesday night. There were two ways to meet that situation: cry or laugh about it.
Read moreA New Season :: Spring Renewal, Growth, and Our Truth
The freshness of the earth in spring inspires me to evaluate what needs renewal in my own life and to question: "Am I staying true to myself or has my truth changed and evolved over the winter months?"
Read moreHabits for Seasonal Health
Being an average human on an average day is not an easy feat — ripe with its own set of challenges — but it can become especially difficult to take care of ourselves this time of year when we factor in the weather, sickness being passed around, lack of daylight, and the holiday season.
For me, it’s extra important to adjust and maintain healthy habits to keep me on track and feeling as well as I possibly can, all things considered. Below are the daily habits that help me get by and stay healthy — mentally and physically.
Read moreRituals for Welcoming Autumn
Carve out a little time today to honor this transition from summer to autumn and to set an intention for this next season to release anger, resentments, fear -- and to surrender fully into your divine intuition; trusting in yourself and your place in this big, beautiful world.
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