Last week, I wrote about new beginnings as we headed into a new month and what they can mean. Late that night, after I had scheduled the blog to be sent, I realized I was a week ahead. It isn’t until tomorrow that the new month actually begins. For a moment, I considered getting up, …
As they say, when something ends, it opens the door to a new beginning. As we prepare to enter a new month, it can be tempting to look back and focus on what didn’t get done. We might tell ourselves we should have accomplished more, managed our time differently, or somehow done better. Years ago, …
Stay with me for a moment, because this might sound silly at first. I love candles. I love the flicker of the flame, the cozy glow they create, and the scent that slowly fills a room. Recently, I decided to try battery-operated candles. Practicality won out for a moment. I knew they wouldn’t be the …
A new month often feels like a fresh start. Not because everything suddenly changes when the calendar turns, but because it gives us an opportunity to pause and ask ourselves what we want more of in our lives. As I thought about June, I found myself reflecting on how many meaningful experiences in my life …
What does it mean to step boldly into your life? I have been thinking about this lately, and I do not believe stepping boldly is only about speaking up during difficult times or standing for something bigger than ourselves, though that certainly matters. I think stepping boldly also lives in the quiet moments and everyday …
The people in our lives affect us more than we sometimes realize. Some relationships leave us feeling safe, supported, and deeply connected. Others may leave us feeling emotionally exhausted, misunderstood, or longing for a connection that does not fully reach us. What can make relationships especially difficult is that love alone does not always determine …
Mother’s Day: To those new mom’s adjusting to motherhood in all it’s glory and challenges.I see you. You are loved.To those mom’s with special needs children who feel alone in the ‘normal child’ world.I see you. You are loved.To those mom’s who are afraid for their children due to some people in society not approving …
Do you ever have a blah day? A day when you cannot seem to motivate yourself to do anything? I had one a few days ago. Normally, I stay pretty busy with a variety of things like household needs, creating and scheduling social media posts, dreaming up new ideas for clients, and, of course, growing …
Decisions, decisions, decisions. Do you ever struggle with making them? I am sure it depends on the topic, but the truth is that not making a decision is still a decision. Lately in my own life, I have been exploring more ways to say yes. Yes to opportunities. Yes to peace. Yes to generosity. Yes …
Whew. The world feels overwhelming right now, full of conflict and suffering. It is heavy to witness, and sometimes it makes you want to shut down or look away. Even in the midst of it, we can choose where to place our attention. Even when we try to stay present, the heaviness of the world …
