Wish for Pockets of Silence
My current (and ongoing) wish for you and for me is to be able to pause and find some silence on a regular basis, amidst all the hustle bustle and noise (not to mention Black Friday sales). This morning, "silence" for me was walking to the ravine by myself. That's when this message to you bubbled up.
Boundary-Setting Inspiration from Lord of the Rings
I’ve long struggled with setting boundaries, personally and professionally, in a way that is more compassionate and self-compassionate, rather than rigid and resentful. A perennial people pleaser, I’ve had to practise saying anything other than a full on “yes” when responding to a request. In this post I share a big shift I had around boundary-setting which has resulted in me feeling both encouraged and understood by my family when I need to take time to myself, to gather my strength and reconnect with my courage and clarity.
A Potent Practice
In this extra busy season, when we can veer in the direction of exhaustion and burnout, I'm practicing giving in a way that feeds me - to be giving of myself instead of giving up myself. (And for me, it's definitely a practice - messy and imperfect and growth-oriented!)
Savouring the Rest of Our Summer
Let’s Seize the rest of our summer by savouring some of our favourite summer moments or actiivities! What do you want to savour?
Hope You Enjoyed Mother’s Day
I hope you enjoyed some moments of goodness, even joy, yesterday, however and with whomever you celebrated.
I savoured some time outside in the backyard reading our book club choice this month, Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole by Susan Cain. A highlight for me was taking in the beauty of our young magnolia tree, which is covered in blooms for the first time ever.
You're Invited to a Special Event Next Week!
Explore pleasure & the five senses as a way to open up, connect with the pulse of life, and exhale into a sensual summer. There’s an incredible group of women forming and we’re so excited to create something replenishing and galvanizing together.
Have You Noticed Your Breathing Lately?
One of the simplest and most profound ways that we can manage our physical energy is to manage our breathing. Breathing is a tool that we always carry in our tool box. I am sure this is not news to you: we hear exhortations to "breathe" everywhere, in yoga, meditation, mindfulness training, relaxation workshops.
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