Many with a long history and deep roots, words carry energy from one generation to the next. The context in which they are shared and the manner in which they are expressed has the capacity to encourage growth or hinder it. Beyond the ordinary use of words is the extraordinary hidden meanings that often […]
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While gatherings can be delightful, some times the holidays add as much pressure as they do pleasure. The great news is that regardless of our mood or circumstances, we can cultivate happiness and pass our good feelings on to others. While this can sometimes feel elusive, we can adopt simple daily habits that can literally […]
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In March of 2020, while the world took on a new burden, most people carried it too. For me, I came to a realization that my self care at the time was not enough to surmount the collective pressure I was feeling. Like all challenges in life, there is always a silver lining. For me, […]
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Go for your dreams. If you want to make your dreams come true, call it a goal and make a plan. Start with small steps. Do something everyday towards making your dream come true. Reach out to those who might be able to help you make your dreams come true. Make a list […]
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“You are beautiful just the way you are, as am I.“ -La`Ren Kristen Nature is beautiful. Stormy or calm, she always find balance again, just as the seasons change so do you. Every step of the way you are precisely where you are supposed to be and are beautiful exactly as you are. […]
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A friend once said to me, “Walk down the street with an open heart and watch the whole world change.” The effect of a smile is so tangible people can even feel it over the phone. It costs nothing to cast a smile; the return is priceless. There are times when someone else needs […]
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Most of us want the same things, to be loved and accepted exactly as we are. When we can fully embrace, love and accept ourselves as we are then we can do the same for another. In giving to ourselves, we can then give that depth of love to others. Only then will it […]
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For the love of a tree, she went out on a limb. For the love of the sea, she rocked the boat. For the love of the earth, she dug deeper. For the love of community, she mended fences. For the love of the stars, she let her light shine. For the love of spirit, […]
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Absolutely everything that happens in life happens for a reason; ‘nothing happens for no reason‘: this is the premise of four Native American Indian Spiritual Laws. When you understand this, it becomes manageable to handle what life presents to you; you can confidently look at what’s happening, understand there is a necessary lesson to be […]
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Let your peace of mind be a priority. Nothing is worth its loss. If it causes you to lose your balance, to feel anxious, upset, worried, angry or fearful, Let it go. It is not worth the price of peace.
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