The year is coming to a close...which means it’s time to brace ourselves for all the New Years Resolutions talk right around the corner. If the start of a new year helps motivate you to transform your life in some way, that’s great! But too often, resolutions are framed as problems that need …
A Work in Progress: Using Acceptance & Self-Compassion to Foster Joy
I have this recurring pattern. Right before a significant occasion, whether hosting a party, getting ready to travel for a vacation, or preparing for holiday celebrations, I slip into a place of uneasiness. Actually, it goes little beyond uneasiness. Sometimes, it’s downright panic. After …
Intentional Gifting: How to Reconnect to the Heart of Gift-Giving
It’s not easy to admit this: sometimes, holiday gifting can feel like a chore. It’s meant to be a purposeful gesture of love. But the shopping, buying, and gift-giving that’s expected at this time of year can feel routine or even transactional. No more! This year, let’s fill our gifting with …
