Mindfulness is a way of being in the world. It is stepping out of our business, our autopilot tendencies, our propensity to worry about what is coming next or what has already happened. With mindfulness we bring deliberate awareness to the present moment.
It is a way of relating to our experience with curiosity, attention and non-judgment.
Life offers so many opportunities in our daily routine to develop our mindfulness practice! Here is one great way to start to meditate if you just have a few minutes: I invite you to consider bringing mindfulness to your next cup of coffee. […]
Presence
Why we should never Ignore our Intuition
Intuition, often referred to as a “gut feeling,” is a powerful inner voice that guides us through life’s most challenging decisions and situations.
It is a natural instinct that has been honed over centuries of human evolution, providing us with a unique form of wisdom that transcends logic and reason.
Ignoring our intuition can lead to regrettable consequences. It’s that nagging feeling in the back of our minds, warning us of potential dangers or guiding us towards opportunities that may not be immediately apparent. […]
A Nurturing Mothering Presence in your Life
This week, I invite you to take a moment to contemplate what your mother is /was like. What is/was your relationships with your mother like? What important lessons have you learned from her?
No relationship is perfect, of course. I’m sure there were some challenges, and some very beautiful moments you two spent together.
Some of us have a “mother wound.” I had a very tumultuous relationship with my mother growing up. We both had some great times together but also many moments that left profound emotional scars in me. […]
Glimmers in Everyday Life
Glimmers are small moments or experiences that bring us a sense of calm, joy, or connection, often in the midst of stress or anxiety.
And let’s be real, there is a lot of stress and anxiety in this world right now.
These could be as simple as a beautiful sunset, the sound of birds chirping, or the warmth of a comforting hug.
They are the opposite of “”triggers””—things that heighten our stress or anxiety—and instead serve as gentle reminders of safety and peace. […]
The Experience of High Functioning Anxiety
High-functioning anxiety is the quiet storm beneath a calm surface.
It’s when you’re crushing it—work, goals, life—but inside, your mind’s racing, overthinking every move, waiting for the other shoe to drop.
You look ‘fine,’ even thriving, yet you’re battling constant worry, perfectionism, rumination or that nagging need to stay busy.
It’s a hidden struggle where success masks the chaos—proof you can be high-achieving and still need a breather. You’re not alone in this; even the strongest carry silent weights. […]
The Greatest Power
There’s no greater power than knowing who you are.
At its core, this statement is all about self-knowledge and self-acceptance.
It’s recognizing that true power doesn’t come from external sources like wealth, status, or accomplishments.
Nope, the real juice flows from having a solid understanding of your authentic self – your values, strengths, quirks, and all.
When you really know yourself inside and out, you move through the world with a quiet confidence. You’re not easily shaken by criticism or setbacks because you’re grounded in who you are. […]
Afterwards, the Coffee Gets Cold
I would like to share with you a beautiful and significant poem about the inexorability passage of time, and what we can do to make the best of it. Enjoy
Barely the day started and
it’s already six in the evening.
Barely arrived on Monday
and it’s already Friday.
.. and the month is already over.
.. and the year is almost over.
.. and already 40, 50 or 60 years
of our lives have passed. […]
Does Time Heal All Wounds?
Do you think time heals all wounds? The ox asked the rabbit.
The rabbit shook her head and replied, I don’t think it’s time that heals. It’s what you do with time that makes us better or worse.
Time can definitely help us gain some perspective and distance from painful experiences. But I don’t think it’s just the passage of time itself that really does the healing.
It’s what we actively do with that time that makes the biggest difference. […]
Life is Like a Cup of Coffee
Stories can move us and change our state of mind.
That’s how powerful stories can be.
Not long ago, on a day when I had started to feel overwhelmed by too many deadlines, I came across this anonymous lovely story. As soon as I read it, I saw the wisdom in it. I could immediately come back to my center, see things more clearly, from a different perspective and reconnect to what really matters. […]
How to Navigate Life’s Turbulent Waters
No matter how calm the seas may seem at times, life will always bring its share of storms. Some come as rip currents, pulling us under for a moment before we find our footing again.
Others roll in as full-fledged hurricanes, threatening to upend everything in their path. But with the right skills and mindset, we can weather any storm that comes our way.
How we weather these storms and emerge from them, determines not just our short-term wellbeing, […]
