How to Keep the Magic of the Holidays Close at Heart
The world is full of magical things patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.” W.B. Yeats As we move into the heart of the holiday season—whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Solstice, or simply the beauty of winter—you may be feeling the pace quicken. I remember many years when this time felt incredibly stressful. I adored the lights, the sparkle, the traditions… yet I was always trying to recreate the feelings of childhood magic. My expectations ran high, and I often pushed myself too hard trying to make everything just right. That pressure took me…
A Simple Way to Stay Sane This Holiday Season
“Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.” — Henri Nouwen As we step into a month filled with celebrations: Christmas, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, and so many beautiful traditions, I want to share a simple reminder to help you stay grounded amidst the gatherings, food, and festivities. There was a time when I placed such high expectations on myself during the holidays. I tried to recreate the feelings of childhood magic, all while juggling the realities of adult life… and it often left me stressed,…
In Gratitude for YOU!
As we celebrate Thanksgiving here in the U.S., I’m filled with deep gratitude for my community and for the work I’m blessed to do each day. Supporting others in creating positive change — helping people become their best selves in mind, body, and spirit — brings me such joy and purpose. I’m equally grateful for all I continue to learn from my clients and community. Your growth, courage, and insights inspire me to keep learning and expanding, too. As a small token of thanks, I’m sharing something special — my Free 5-Day Self-Care Challenge beginning…
Let’s Take Care of YOU this week!
When we focus on our gratitude, the tide of disappointment goes out and the tide of love rushes in.” — Kristin Armstrong As Thanksgiving week begins here in the U.S. and the holiday season officially unfolds, I’ve been noticing how quickly the ease of fall can shift into stress and overwhelm for so many people. Can you relate? Maybe your to-do list is growing, your schedule’s packed, and your mind is running in ten directions. Before you know it, sleep slips away, your patience wears thin, and you feel like you’re running on fumes. I…
Simple Ways to Reconnect with Yourself
“Caring for your body, mind, and spirit is your greatest and grandest responsibility. It’s about listening to the needs of your soul and then honoring them.” – Kristi Ling As the air gets crisper and the days grow shorter here in the Pacific Northwest, I notice something interesting happening inside me: I feel both energized and a bit rushed. My mind jumps ahead into planning mode — sorting, organizing, preparing for the holidays and all the meaningful (and sometimes hectic) activities that fill this season. Maybe you can relate? November tends to be the month…
The Masks We Wear
What are they hiding? “You wear a mask for so long, you forget who you were beneath it.” ~ Alan Moore It’s the season of ghosts and goblins—but sometimes, the biggest haunts aren’t outside of us… they’re inside our minds. Those worries that creep in at night. The doubts whispering, “What if I can’t?” The fear that keeps you from taking that next step. So we put on our masks. The “I’m fine” mask. The “I’ve got it all handled” mask. The “I can’t let them see I’m stressed” mask. These are the masks we…