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Journey Into The Body

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One of the practices I learned when I was first introduced to mindfulness was Mindfulness of the Body. The practice involved noticing sensations in the body and acknowledging their existence by naming them. Mindfulness of the breath was another practice where I learned to feel… Journey Into The Body

What Are You Paying Attention To?

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This last week was challenging as my inner critic came on strong regarding my coaching practice. As I shared in my August newsletter, launching my coaching practice was and is exciting and empowering. However, I also knew there will be down times, and I went… What Are You Paying Attention To?

End of 2024 Note

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Below question is from TELL ME MORE, A GAME OF QUESTIONS TO DEEPEN CONNECTION

HOPE

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There have been a lot of feelings swirling around this past month. From grief to sadness, and sometimes a sense of hopelessness. All these emotions and more are coming and going; letting them be, feeling into them as much as possible.  Being in community helped… HOPE

Regret(s)

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When I was in high school, my friend’s sister said she had no regrets. I sensed this statement could not be true (at least for me) and couldn’t quite put my finger on why.  About six months ago, a colleague introduced me to “The Power of… Regret(s)

Boundaries

I have been considering not returning to my job this coming Fall because I want more time to focus on my Self-Compassion Teaching and Coaching practice. I resisted for a long time due to a sense of security, but then I realized I am not… Boundaries

Family Camp

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In 2010, I dragged my youngest to Washington (state) NVC Family Camp. My child had a lot of reluctance, but they did come and have been going back year after year. The experiences we had transformed the way we communicated with ourselves, with each other,… Family Camp

MindSet

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In the past six months, my older child has mentioned mindset a couple of times in conversation. My takeaway was the attitude you have has a huge impact on how you approach something. This, of course, also impacts your outcome. Last year, I learned about… MindSet

Flow

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Most of my life, I did things because I “have to” or out of obligation. There is more satisfaction, contentment, and joy if we choose the things we truly want to do. I’m beginning to incorporate this attitude into my life.. Last month, I had… Flow

Creating Space for Grief

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Ceramic “Dear Heart” made by Tom Quest Grief has been showing up this past month in myself and in the groups I am a part of. Grief is not an emotion that comes up often for me. When it does, I tend to dwell in… Creating Space for Grief