What does it mean to practice pause? How often do you pause? One of my favorite yoga teachers reminded me about the power of taking a pause. Such a simple concept one might presume; however, how often do I truly pause? It made me stop and honestly reflect on what a pause needs to…
What is your purpose in life? As a year ends, I am given the gift of a new year, or what I like to call, “A Chance at a Fresh Beginning.” I see each January as an opportunity to reflect on the last 12 months, both personally and professionally. I ask myself, “What did I…
Rituals and traditions can provide a sense of comfort, but is doing the same thing really giving you the opportunity to grow and evolve or simply stay comfortable? I have used rituals during the holidays and certain times of the year in the past when life was too challenging or difficult to see beyond. I…
How are you as an adult with your practice of gratitude, of saying thank you to yourself and all that you have surrounding you? As a small child, most of us were encouraged to say our pleases and thank-yous. I know as a mother, manners were a priority for me while raising my children. As…
Do transitions excite you or send you spiraling? Some transitions or changes in life are sudden, unexpected, quick, last way too long, whether planned or unplanned. Regardless, how do you manage transition? This is a time of seasonal transition with days getting shorter and a little more darkness. Do you choose to see this…
What does it mean to die a little? You, like me, could benefit from a check-in from time to time. Does the way you live, think, believe, and behave support feeling the best you can physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually? I recently went to an enriching yoga retreat with my daughter. Cristiane, our yoga instructor…
