Need inspiration and support as winter drags on? Dive into Katherine May’s memoir, "Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times." This book reminds us to take our cues from the natural world during this dark, chill, quiet time of year, giving you permission to step away, recharge, and be ready to face the world come springtime.
Read MoreMany people create New Year’s resolutions this time of year, with a specific goal in mind. But a year is a long time, during which life can throw curveballs, feelings can change and promises made in January can easily be forgotten come September. So I’ve taken to selecting just a single word around which to focus my efforts, and this year it’s about time …
Read MoreIf you find yourself bouncing from one activity to the next every day--then finding yourself without your phone, your workout sneakers, or your head--try this super-quick transitional practice to help you gather your energy.
Read MoreRemember those silly-looking ways we used to move around as kids on endless summer afternoons, not caring what we looked like? Turns out they’re good for our energy, mood and nervous system … and they’re a lot of fun, too.
Read MoreWhy does it take so long to verbalize feelings when we lose a loved one? I think it’s so we have time to process and learn from the whole experience—even if that special being had hooves and fancied dried grass.
Read MoreI love the ritual of coffee, but the caffeine … I could do without. So I’ve switched to a homemade herbal blend that gives me all the comfort of the original, with a healthy boost.
Read MoreYou’ve probably heard folks invite you to “check in” during a practice. It’s one of those terms that possibly no one’s ever broken down for you, so you may be wondering if you’re doing it right … or if you’re even doing it at all! Start here …
Read MoreIt’s January Eve and everyone is making New Year’s resolutions. For 2024, I’m planning to welcome myself “home.”
Read MoreGet ready for the cooler, darker days ahead with a week of special selfcare practices that you can do in minutes, wherever you might be
Read MoreMy Kripalu Mindful Outdoor Guide training has taught me that hours of rambling around outside boosts my attention span, calms my nervous system and connects me to the land that I live on. Science says so, and I feel better doing it. Here’s how you can have a Mindful Outdoor Experience, too.
Read MoreI had a really hard week, so I'm sharing this simple facial acupressure practice with you. It helped me feel a little better, so I'm guessing it may give you a little support, too.
Read MoreWe all have days when we’re feeling wishy-washy, when our boundaries seem to have evaporated. Let’s look to the natural world for some ideas on how to feel more secure in our skin—give these practices a try to see if they help you feel more present, with a sturdier backbone.
Read MoreYou’ve probably heard lots of versions of “Your thoughts become things.” And while I haven’t mastered spontaneously manifesting a gluten-free vegan chocolate cake, I was on the receiving end of some interesting results of the focus I held for myself last year …
Read MoreShoulders sore from caregiving tasks? You dig your fingers into the bothersome area aggressively, hoping the pain will dissapate. But you end up feeling even more tight—as if there’s nothing that will help. Instead, cue up this bite-sized yoga practice.
Read MoreI’ve got 10 ideas for you to try the next time you want to enjoy some of the benefits of seated meditation but you just can’t bear the thought of sitting in silence
Read MoreOne thing I’ve noticed about caregivers is how hard it is for them to let themselves be supported—even when they come to their yoga mat. “Oh, I don’t need that.” they say, waving away the prop setup I’ve suggested for them. “Let someone else use those blocks—I’m fine without them.” Oh, that loaded F word …
Read MoreIt was supposed to be a fun project to help me explore selfcare through creativity, but just a few moments in and I wanted to throw the whole thing in the trash …
Read MoreSubtler forms of selfcare can be easy to overlook, yet also quite do-able for those with limited time who tend to others. They can be woven throughout your day, between routine tasks, and become part of who we are as we move through the world. Here’s something to try …
Read MoreYou’re staring down a daunting task—a project that most would run from, like caring for a loved one through a serious illness. So you put your head down, hold your breath, and charge head-on into it, promising yourself that you’ll get back to your own life and come up for air when it’s all over. But soon you find yourself floundering, and you’re not sure you’ll ever be able to get to the other side. What do you do?
Read MoreWhether or not you spend your days caring for others, you likely missed the ability to be get out and about and be with like-minded people during the Pandemic Times. Now that things are opening you’re probably getting notifications for events that are happening IRL (like my self-care saturday June 25 in Vermont). Lots of us appreciated the ability to be in community with other people via online technology over the last couple of years … so why should you bother traveling somewhere to experience something in person? I’ll tell you what I think …
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