Patience is a difficult thing to master. We are taught from a very early age to go after what we want, or in some cases, what others want for us. While patience is indeed a virtue, it also tends to get a bad rap in our "go go go" society. I recently listened to a…
For decades, walking the Camino de Santiago has been on my bucket list. When I first declared the desire to undertake this pilgrimage, it was admittedly more for the physical accomplishment and being able to travel to a destination I've always wanted to visit. Whether it was timing or lack of commitment, my Camino dream…
What first comes to mind when you think of the word "sanctuary?" It could be a place, or a person or an activity. I used to think of my home as my sanctuary--a place where I could retreat after long and stressful days of work and where I could just kick off my shoes and…
Winter can be a time when things seem to be asleep. But conscious hibernation and the regeneration of Spirit is a good and necessary season for us all. It is important to let those seeds of intention and inspiration germinate in their own time so that they can bloom riotously when ready. Be patient and…
During a recent meditation, I hit that sweet spot, that still point, that place where there is nothing, yet everything all at once--glorious, blissful and epiphanous. And in that place I heard the words, "I am here. As you." As I somewhat reluctantly brought this meditation to a close, I reflected on those words for…
Happy Holidays to you all! I am truly grateful and humbled by your support, and am sending abundant blessings to each and every one of you with the hope that the warmth and promise of this season stays with you all year round. Photo by u4e00 u5f90 on Pexels.com
Photos by k.a. johnson The simple, historic beauty of this place lights my heart! I love to travel. Interestingly, I did not travel much in my younger days. Perhaps I would not have appreciated the different cultures, environs, and people as I do now. Now, the experience of a world outside of my own excites…
"I wish I could show you when you are lonely or in darkness the astonishing light of your own being." ~Hafiz
The holiday season is officially upon us. For some, it is a time of joy, family and connection. For others, the holidays can amplify feelings of stress, loneliness or expectation. However you view the holiday season, it is important to be gentle with yourself so that you won’t just survive this season, you will thrive.…
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