Life lessons from a fuzzy friend stuck behind a windowpane A big buzzy bumblebee trapped indoors—despite many open windows—reminded me of an important life lesson last week. It felt especially…
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Effective everyday mindfulness tools despite an inconsistent meditation practice Whenever someone asks me what my meditation practice looks like, the answer depends on the day, and sometimes that answer (or…
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And what it means to be “seated” During a time of transitioning seasons, unpredictable global events, and distractions on distractions, now is as good a time as any to get…
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Questions and mindfulness-based solutions to carry on while others are suffering “There’s a lot going on right now” is a phrase I find myself and others saying lately, almost relentlessly,…
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navigating holiday interactions, an italian immigrant story & (obviously) gratitude
Posted: November 30, 2024 by
nostalgic holiday feels & my neapolitan heritage My Italian-American grandparents, Dee and Frank, were proud to be both Italian and American. In the spirit of gratitude and acknowledging our lineage…
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…a simple, natural, everyday thing. Like “wellness,” the term “mindfulness” can sometimes be convoluted, confusing, and intimidating – like what exactly is it, and how / when / why do…
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The Four Rememberings:1. To recognize reality directly (who we are).2. To rest in that.3. To release all doubts.4. To roam freely like a happy dog. Eric Colvic, quoted by Tara…
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There’s a crack, a crack in everything / That’s how the light gets in. Leonard Cohen Even when armed with an arsenal of mindfulness and self-care tools, life can present it’s…
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Forgive yourself. Now is the only time you have to be whole. Now is the sole moment that exists to live in the light of your true Self. Perfection is…
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“Let there be peace on Earth, and let it begin with me.” Food for thought: How do we break bread with others when both bread and others are so often considered…
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When all your desires are distilledYou will cast just two votes:To love more,And be happy. Hafez A friend and former client recently asked me something along the lines of: how do…
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What is my best response for the life that’s showing up for me? Astrologer Steve Dahmus Spoiler alert: life is still coo-coo bananas. Many of us are seeking answers, whether for…
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