“The nurturing quality of self-compassion allows us to flourish, to appreciate the beauty and richness of life, even in hard times.” ~Kristin Neff How do you nurture yourself? I love to ask my clients, colleagues and friends this question. Sometimes their answers flow effortlessly, but more often than not they…
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"Try not to resist changes that come your way. Instead, let life live through you. And do not worry that your life is turning upside down. How do you know that the side you are used to is better than the one to come?” ~Rumi I have struggled to…
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“Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen Hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Appreciate your friends. Continue to learn. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.” ~Mary Anne Radmacher The New Year is a wonderful time to re-evaluate…
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“Time and reflection change the sight little by little ‘till we come to understand.” ~Paul Cezanne Last evening walking on the beach at sunset, I was moved by the profound beauty and the amazing way the light reflected on the clouds, ocean and sand. The remarkable sunset continued to…
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“Be unnecessarily kind because everyone is fighting some battle.” ~ Dalai Lama We are in the time of holiday gift giving, which for some can be stressful looking for the perfect gift to give. I am reminded that the most simple and accessible gift we always have to give…
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“Dig the well before you are thirsty.” Chinese Proverb For many the holiday season is a wonderful time filled with family, friends, festivities, and fun. But for others, the holidays can feel stressful, highlighting loneliness, disappointment, and loss. This is especially challenging when it seems the world around you…
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“I am exactly where I need to be, I need to be exactly where I am, I am a blessing manifest...” ~ Amy Steinberg I love Amy Steinberg’s lyrics and am so grateful to have performed her song “Exactly” with my women’s singing group many times over the last…
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“We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.” ~ Thornton Wilder I am a deep believer in sharing love and gratitude. In my personal and professional experience, I have used gratitude as a transformative tool to heal and…
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“Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live.” ~John Rohn Do you dream of having more energy and feeling vibrant and healthy? If you are anything like many of the women I work with, you may be feeling chronically overwhelmed and exhausted and…
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“With the act of breathing in mindfully, you go inside. Your body is breathing; and your body is your home. In each breath, you can come home to yourself.” ~Thich Nhat Hahn Last month I spent a week at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California with the intention…
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