Tag: intention
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đ “To All My Daughters” â Reflections on Unconditional Love Inspired by Maya Angelou
In her remarkable book Letter to My Daughter, Maya Angelou reminds us that love transcends biology, borders, and expectations. Although she had only one son, she wrote to the collective “daughters” of the worldâthose in search of guidance, strength, and affirmation. That sentiment resonates deeply with me. As a values-based, intentional life coach and yoga…
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The Gift of Being Seen: Community, Kindness & Connection
There are moments in life when something shiftsâquietly, deeply, and in a way that changes you forever. For me, one of those moments happened at the end of my yoga teacher training. During a closing reflection exercise, we were invited to share what we appreciated about each person in our group. One by one, heartfelt…
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đ± The Near Enemy of Connection: Control
Have you ever found yourself trying to create closeness with someoneâonly to realize later that what you were doing was more about managing or fixing them, not truly connecting? This is the heart of what BrenĂ© Brown refers to as a ânear enemy.â These are emotions or actions that appear similar to virtues we value,…
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đż Intentional Pauses in Growth: Making Space for Reflection đż
Recently, I found myself deep in conversation with a few different peopleâeach of us navigating our own pace in this whirlwind we call lifeâwhen a simple but powerful question came up: “When was the last time you were bored?” At first, we laughed. But then, silence. In todayâs world, being âboredâ feels like a luxury,…
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The Power of Community: Finding Belonging and Support
This week, I was reminded of the deep importance of communityâperhaps even multiple communities. Community can take many forms, from a close-knit group of friends to professional networks, fitness groups, spiritual circles, or online spaces where like-minded individuals gather. How does community show up in your life? How do you value the connections youâve built?…
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Listening to Your Heart: Setting Intentions with Purpose
The heart is the place where true intentions are born. It holds your deepest desires, your authentic self, and the wisdom to guide you toward a life of alignment and fulfillment. But how often do you truly connect with your heart? Are you able to hear its whispers, recognize its desires, and honor its guidance?…
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We Rise by Lifting Others
This week, I was reminded of the powerful quote: “We rise by lifting others.” â Robert Ingersoll I wholeheartedly believe in the essence of this statement. It serves as a reminder of the importance of community and the profound impact we can have when we uplift and support one another. Through kindness and generosity, mentorship…
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Itâs Not My Job
A recent journaling prompt asked me to reflect on what defines me. My first thought was my core valuesâthe principles that guide my life. From there, I considered how I strive to live by the Four Agreements, a set of powerful practices for personal freedom. Then my mind settled on a quote by Ralph Waldo…
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