Most, if not all of us, know the experience of feeling anxious or being in some level of fight, flight or freeze, deadening or collapse. We know what it is like to feel scared, uncertain, worried, agitated, or irritable. Metta meditation can help us experience a feeling of safety and a settled nervous system. This practice is an invitation to connect to feelings of well-being, ease, peace, and happiness for yourself and the world.
Read moreLoneliness, Grief and Connection
Generally speaking, when we feel lonely and/or sad, we need some form of connection. That is the paradox of this time: we are separated and feel lonely and need to be with people. Whether it’s in person or not, we all need to feel held and connected to other human beings.
Read moreSelf-Care for the Holidays
Where do you find meaning during the holiday season? How do you focus on what nourishes your spirit and let go of the rest? One way to practice self-care this time of year is to seek out experiences that touch your heart.
Read moreSoaking in Summer
Summer is here. This blog is a celebration of that. An invitation to pause and appreciate the gifts of summer…Something in me wants both to rest and to play, to feel something of the carefree experience of a kid on summer vacation.
Read moreSocial Media and Electronic Addiction
Our world has changed significantly in recent years due to technology. It’s not always for the better and we truly have a choice about how we use it. I recently took a break from one social media platform and share with you here some of what I noticed about the benefits and challenges.
Read moreWords for New Year's 2018
This year, self love instead of resolutions
Read moreUsing the Expresssive Arts to Explore What You Are Feeling
Using the expressive arts, drawing and journaling, in particular, is a way to access the more imaginal, non-logical parts of ourselves. We can receive insights and new understanding when we let ourselves listen to the messages that come from symbolism, creativity and body awareness. How often do we truly take the time to pay attention to what our feelings and physical sensations are telling us? At times, it can seem much easier to ignore or judge what we feel.
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