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Easing Back-To-School JittersI’m a bit late, but welcome to September! Even though we haven’t officially landed into autumn, we’ve crossed into that grey area now that Labor day has passed. We’re creeping into a new seasons and all the signs are there. I don’t pay much attention to fashion rules, but was once scolded by someone when I [...] The Basement That Could Never Be CleanI’ve come to recognize my internal signal for when things in my life are temporary. Sure, everything in life is temporary, but some more so than others. My gauge is when I find myself asking, “How long is this going to last?” Sometimes my asking is positive (as in, how long do I get to [...] Thich Nhat Hanh on the smiling debateDuring walking meditation, during kitchen and garden work, during sitting meditation, all day long, we can practice smiling. -Thich Nhat Hanh Previously I had posted on being true to your mood and how I have always struggled with the idea of smiling when it isn’t a reflection of what I am actually feeling. There was [...] A shout out to all you writers and passion seekersBeing an acquisitions editor is pretty darn cool… being an acquisitions editor at Llewellyn is even better! I thought I could say that after week one, but held my tongue so I’d have a little more credibility and hopfully wouldn’t sound false about it. For anyone interested in an insider’s peek, here’s a little nugget: [...] Whoa Baby! Energetic memory and healing the pastI made a recent visit to a hospital a couple months ago to meet a brand new family member. Celebrating the birth of my first niece was all I thought about that day leading up to the visit. As I drove through horrible rush hour traffic amid heavy afternoon thunderstorms, I smiled and sang to music [...] Your Oh-So-Important (yet often forgotten) Self-CareIt’s always good to have goals and striving for your dreams makes you a better person. Right? So where do you draw the line and recognize when you’re maybe pushing things a little too far?  I am a busy-body, perfectionist, and sometimes work-aholic, so this is all something I’ve had practice with and failed at many times. When 3:00 rolls [...] Mindful Moments: Pause, Ponder, AwakenToday’s quote for consideration: “Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and go do it. Because what the world needs are people who have come alive.” -Howard Thurman Is this a helpful reminder for you? Why? Share your thoughts! For more information on what these Mindful Moments are all about, [...] Intention and Dedication instead of “I would if I could”Watching someone you care about suffer through a painful struggle, whether physical or emotional, is a distressing place to be. The phrase, “If I could take your place I would” comes to mind and is a true expression of longing and love. Without the option of taking on suffering in someone’s place, we instead often [...] Energetic Unsettlement: listening to intuition and the energetic danceOver the past few years I have become extremely familiar with signs my physical body sends me. Headache, fatigue, achy muscles and joints, digestion upset, chills, and breakouts are all sure signs I have eaten something I shouldn’t have. I’ve learned the food dance and am well aware of my key intolerances. I can sense [...] Road Rage Cool Down: Disengaging your Energy at 70mphRoad Rage. These are two words that create an immediate and impulsive reaction in many people. We’ve all had it happen, right? You’re in a good mood, the sun is shining, there’s music blowing out the open windows of your car as you cruise down the highway. The day is starting off right! Then, inch [...] MEET THE BLOGGERS
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