The Power of Surrender
The thing about surrender is that it feels contradictory to what we’ve been taught to do in our culture…to work hard, to push, to keep trying, that there’s no gain without pain. But what if things could feel different? What
Permission to do less…and BE more.
Am I the only one who feels challenged to be the person I want to be 100% of the time? Sometimes I feel alone in my imperfection. Of course I can’t compare with the images and versions of other people’s
Plan to Have Fun {No Matter What}
The other day I was chatting with my mama. Not heavily complaining to her, but definitely seeking her counsel and comfort. She’s always been my rock. I wrote to her once that she’s the foundation of love in my life
Ideas to process grief {and to feel better any time!}
Things that have buoyed me in processing grief: Make things do able…I know I want this project accomplished {baby album for example} and I have time and space to do that, but feel inertia. Give myself a small goal…3 or
Practice Giving Thanks
The power of gratitude is beyond measure. Truly, gratitude is the foundation of happiness. Appreciation is magic. And when we consciously choose to make giving thanks a daily practice, miracles abound. We’ve all heard that gratitude is essential, that giving
Trust the how…
“And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it.” ~Roald Dahl We all have dreams,
Be Delighted
“Once we believe in ourselves, we can risk curiosity, wonder, spontaneous delight, or any experience that reveals the human spirit.” ~e.e. cummings You know how some things in life just don’t look that sparkly at first glance? Yes, you’ll do them,
The Practice of Presence
I felt for so long that I just had to get to the next thing…to get through this for the next step of the journey. With school each year. With babysitting. With shaving my legs. With wearing makeup. With kissing
Receiving support. Making art. And what’s really holding us back.
It’s kind of amazing how much support I’ve been receiving this year. Truly, I’m humbled and grateful. When I joined the Mystics mastermind with Lindsay Pera in January, one of my wishes was to feel more supported. And this year
{Un} Graceful Mama
What I learned about taking a break, saying I’m sorry, and enjoying the experience…while camping with my girls. Hoping this inspires you to play more, practice presence, and enjoy the journey. Your friend and {un} graceful mama, D