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Dec 27

The Nurturing Practice of Reflecting on The Past Year

By Kelley Grimes Gratitude, Growth, Inspirations, Joy, Love, Mindfulness, Peace, Self Compassion, Weekly Muse 13 Comments

“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…

Dec 13

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Nurturing Ourselves Through the Holiday Season

By Kelley Grimes Decrease Stress, Gratitude, Growth, Health, Inspirations, Joy, Love, Mindfulness, Peace, Self Compassion, Weekly Muse 26 Comments

“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…

Dec 06

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Are You Exactly Where You Need To Be?

By Kelley Grimes Decrease Stress, Gratitude, Growth, Joy, Love, Mindfulness, Peace, Self Compassion, Weekly Muse 21 Comments

“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…

Nov 15

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What Is Your Body Teaching You?

By Kelley Grimes Decrease Stress, Gratitude, Growth, Health, Mindfulness, Peace, Self Compassion, Weekly Muse 29 Comments

“Rest until you feel like playing, then play until you feel like resting, period. Never do anything else.” ~Martha Beck I relearned an important lesson this week. My spirit believes I can do more than my body agrees to. After months of suffering with painful hives, coping with my…

Nov 01

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The Power of Tenderness and Self-Compassion

By Kelley Grimes Decrease Stress, Gratitude, Growth, Health, Love, Mindfulness, Peace, Self Compassion, Weekly Muse 33 Comments

“This revolutionary act of treating ourselves tenderly can begin to undo the aversive messages of a lifetime.” ~Tara Brach I have learned the most revolutionary lesson over the last month which is transforming my life – the power of treating myself with tenderness and compassion. Over a month…

Oct 25

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Three Simple Steps for More Energy, Joy and Vibrant Health

By Kelley Grimes Decrease Stress, Gratitude, Growth, Health, Inspirations, Joy, Love, Mindfulness, Peace, Self Compassion, Uncategorized, Weekly Muse 9 Comments

“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…

Oct 11

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Coming Home to Myself

By Kelley Grimes Decrease Stress, Gratitude, Growth, Health, Inspirations, Joy, Love, Mindfulness, Peace, Self Compassion, Weekly Muse 15 Comments

“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…

Sep 07

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How Motivated Are You to Change?

By Kelley Grimes Decrease Stress, Gratitude, Growth, Health, Mindfulness, Peace, Self Compassion, Weekly Muse 20 Comments

“All progress takes place outside the comfort zone.” ~Michael John Bobak Last week I met my new San Diego State University students for their first day of internship. This is my fourth year being a field instructor for Master of Social Work interns and I love having the opportunity…

Aug 09

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Personal Responsibility – An Empowering Choice

By Kelley Grimes Decrease Stress, Gratitude, Growth, Mindfulness, Peace, Self Compassion, Weekly Muse 20 Comments

“The willingness to accept responsibility for one's own life is the source from which self-respect springs.” ~Joan Didion Whenever I begin introductions at a workshop or have a booth at a wellness or street fair, I invite participants to choose an intention word from one of my intention boxes.…

Aug 02

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Are You Ready to Hang Up Your Super Woman Cape?

By Kelley Grimes Decrease Stress, Gratitude, Growth, Health, Joy, Love, Mindfulness, Peace, Self Compassion, Uncategorized, Weekly Muse 24 Comments

“The thing that is really hard and really amazing is giving up on being perfect and beginning the work of becoming yourself.” ~Anna Quindlen In my last article, I explored the idea of having a super power or our unique brilliance we use for good in the world. As a result, many people…

Mindfulness

The Nurturing Practice of Reflecting on The Past Year

Nurturing Ourselves Through the Holiday Season

Are You Exactly Where You Need To Be?

What Is Your Body Teaching You?

The Power of Tenderness and Self-Compassion

Three Simple Steps for More Energy, Joy and Vibrant Health

Coming Home to Myself

How Motivated Are You to Change?

Personal Responsibility – An Empowering Choice

Are You Ready to Hang Up Your Super Woman Cape?

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