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Lessons in Belonging

Lessons in Belonging

Over a decade ago, I had the incredible good fortune of meeting Erin Lane in a nonfiction writing workshop.  I instantly adored her.  In addition to being a fantastic writer […]

Friday Reflections

Friday Reflections

Every Friday, I reflect on the week that has just passed by doing a little sensory exercise. This practice is a gentle, easy way to tune into how we are […]

A Body Warrior to Meet: Kathryn V. White

A Body Warrior to Meet: Kathryn V. White

A regular feature on the blog years ago was A Body Warrior to Meet.  In it, I featured women from around the world who shared insights on their relationship with […]

a recipe for sustaining ourselves

a recipe for sustaining ourselves

For the longest time, I only practiced self-care when I was forced to do so because, in some way, my body or mind couldn’t sustain me any longer.  And while […]

It’s NOT about the cupcake.

As has become tradition here on the blog, every Valentine’s Day, I tell the same story.  It’s the story of one of the biggest fights in my marriage to BF.  […]

Share your thoughts on Passion. Purpose. Peace

Share your thoughts on Passion. Purpose. Peace

Are you in the greater Charlotte, NC area?  If so, I’d love your anonymous insight as I plan for a retreat offering for this spring.   Will you complete this […]

Pay Attention to What You Offer Yourself

Pay Attention to What You Offer Yourself

We’ve all heard the sage advice flight attendants offer about meeting our needs so we can then be useful in a dicey plane situation: if the plane loses pressure and […]

10 Things I Loved in January 2015

10 Things I Loved in January 2015

At the end of each month, I take stock of the previous month.  What went well?  What did I learn?  What brought me a simple joy?  These monthly reports are […]

Relationship Rehab

Relationship Rehab

With Valentine’s Day nearing, you may be thinking about how to make someone in your life feel loved. While you decorate with your kids or fill out cards to send […]