“Nobody can hurt me without my permission.” — Mahatma Gandhi Truer words were never spoken. But applying Gandhi’s wise reflection is the obvious challenge. The ego is fragile. Rather than processing our triggers and emotions in a healthy way, our ego can be quick to create elaborate tales that keep…

“Nobody can bring you peace but yourself.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson When was the last time you gave yourself reprieve? Not just a break from daily doing, but space to quiet your mind and allow the weight of the day to release you from its grip. It can be a…

A planning ritual does not sound like a form of self-care. It’s not exactly bubble baths and meditation. The idea of planning and organizing can feel constricting. Or it can feel like a chore. If the sound of routines and rituals isn’t music to your ears, you’re not alone. I…

Whether you’re a writer, a painter, a gardener, a builder, or someone who loves cooking, creativity is an ember that lives within us, just waiting to ignite. For some, this ember is familiar and tended to often. For others, the ember rarely gets stoked. Navigating daily life within a complicated…

I wrote this poem in celebration of changing seasons and as a reminder that: Transformation is beautiful. Being alive in the world is a gift. Change is a true constant. Being playful and celebrating is good for the soul. Changing Seasons A symphony of yellow, bronze and copper hues, it’s nature’s great festival…

Grief is a complex journey. It is a process neither linear nor easy. If you’ve experienced loss, there are many helpful resources and professionals that can support your process. But you know there is no getting over or forgetting about the one you’re grieving. …

I entered motherhood in my late twenties. Like many people, I was transformed for the better through parenthood. It was a transformation I eagerly welcomed and feel immense gratitude to be able to experience. As fulfilling and transcending as motherhood has proven to be, it’s the one role that has…

How many times during the week do you feel overwhelmed? Do you spend more time worrying about the giant stack of things before you than actually doing the things? Imagine how much lighter the day would feel by eliminating the unnecessary worry that accompanies tasks. There is a feeling of…

Is your current mindset helping you or hurting you? How do you most want to feel in this moment? When you become aware of your current frame of mind, and you get clear on how you would like to feel, you are taking important steps that will help you reset…