It’s been almost 15 years since I first “got into” inner peace, self-loving, and creativity, but I’m just now getting what that really means. Over the years, I’ve practiced journaling, yoga, and meditation (and mindfulness and gratitude and optimism and self-compassion). I’ve read every kind of self-help book I could find, from positive psychology to…
Good Work
In the dark, it can look like we’ve lost our way. Still, I have to believe.
Today’s my birthday and the June solstice! It’s the first day of summer and the longest day of the year (and for my southern hemisphere friends, tomorrow the daylight grows again). Today, we honor our connection to the universe and to each other, and today, I’m reflecting on all that we share as a human family….
Touch Down and Find the Ground Again (+ book details!)
Last week was active. I released my book into the world (updates in just a moment), welcomed new members to our community following this post on Tiny Buddha, and had the honor of hearing so many stories and insights. Now that the activity has settled and the big projects are finished, it’s time to touch down and find the ground…
How to Find and Follow Your Calling
The day I gave up the search for who I ought to be and waiting for the world to say what should become of me was the day I looked with my heart, and what I saw was me. That day I listened with my heart, and what I heard was me. It was then…
On Twists and Turns and Dreaming (And a New Book!)
There’s something about this time of year that’s positively electric. Maybe it’s the dreams of summer vacation that I never grew out of (thank goodness) or that summer is birthday season or watching the college students I work with put on their graduation gowns like wings and take flight. Whatever it is, I wouldn’t trade…
Love & Blessings for Mother Earth
Earth Day is almost here! I’ve waited a lifetime to write this post. (Let me explain…) Since I was a little girl, I wanted to help people and the planet. I studied the birds in the backyard, I had heart-to-hearts with the cats, and I dreamed of writing books that inspired change. Today, I’m the…