Gratitude Lifts Us Up
I am a very positive person, but last week was challenging. On Wednesday night I was excited to make a new vegetarian recipe. With lots of chopping involved, I decided … Find Out More
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The Courage to Love Even When It’s Difficult
Love – Heart – Courage – Compassion This morning, like many mornings, I was sitting in meditation and listening in into my heart, to the seat of my being. I noticed I … Find Out More
Sharing Your Truth by Speaking Authentically
I recently had a conflict with a colleague. After a recent meeting, I was on the top of the moon, so happy both about the process and the outcome of our … Find Out More
Being Defensive! Who, me?
Being defensive is no playing matter, but WOW do I ever play this game! While I use all of the Protective Patterns, Defending is one of the Protective Patterns I use … Find Out More
Happy Holidays?
Every year, as the month of December approaches, I vow to make THIS holiday season better. I have been looking for more joy – but have had difficulty finding it. For some … Find Out More
Gratitude and Generosity Create Ripples
Last spring, I had the pleasure of hosting a Resilience Circle for anyone who wanted to attend. A whole variety of people came–healthcare workers and educators and one woman who worked at a shelter … Find Out More
Holiday Stress? Who, me?
I love the holidays — the spirit of giving, good cheer, family, and the joy of connecting. Holidays, though, can bring out the best and the worst in me. It can be very hectic in my … Find Out More
Noticing Others with Delight😍
Noticing Others…even before 7 am. I am a morning person, but my husband Steve is not. So when the garbage truck came early this morning and woke us up, my brain … Find Out More
Mindsets that Matter: Curiosity, Choice, and Courage
This morning I delivered an online zoom training for the Alameda County Office of Education. I was a nervous wreck last night and this morning. My stomach was in knots … Find Out More