A beautiful new morning has dawned in the colonial town of Antigua, Guatemala. This is my third visit to this enchanting slice of the world, and each time I visit I discover new delights in this one-square mile town. Cobblestone streets (watch those ankles!!), historical ruins and abundantly kind and generous people keep beckoning me…
Whew! It's been a minute since I've posted and that's all on me. But, A LOT has happened over the past year, and while that's no excuse for neglecting this cherished collective, I offer it as more of an explanation than anything else. You see, I have learned that we can be uber-passionate about certain…
We always hear about the calm before the storm. You know, those eerily quiet moments before the torrential rains and howling winds begin disrupting your external landscape. Sometimes that calm is necessary. It can be a time for preparation, or reflection on what is to come. Other times, it simply provides a short period of…
Why does fear exist in our human experience? Why does lack, separation and hate exist? When love, creative power, perfect health and unlimited abundance represent the true reality, why do we humans predominate our minds and actions with feelings of fear, scarcity, limiting beliefs and hate? Because we cannot know and appreciate the light without…
Stillness. The absence of movement or sound. In today's society, stillness of mind is hard to come by. Days are bombarded with endless tasks and constant connectivity through smart devices and laptops. Busyness is often worn like a badge--a symbol of worth and importance in a world where the material is the measure of success.…
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…
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…
"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.…
Having recently added matcha to my wellness routine, I feel a sense of reverence and ceremony every time I make a cup. The powdered green tea that is matcha is earthy, grassy and incredible grounding. And the process involved in its' preparation is a ceremony of presence unto itself. Far from pushing a button on…
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