Tag: mindfulness
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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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The Power of Choice
Doing What’s Right vs. What’s Allowed Sometimes in life, just because you have the right to do something doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the right thing to do. We live in a world where we are granted personal freedoms and autonomy over our choices. Yet, with great freedom comes great responsibility. The question isn’t always “Can…
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We Rise by Lifting Others
This week, I was reminded of the powerful quote: “We rise by lifting others.” — 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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It’s Not My Job
A recent journaling prompt asked me to reflect on what defines me. My first thought was my core values—the 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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“Quitting Day” and How to Make Strides in ’25
Yesterday, January 10th, is often referred to as “Quitting Day”—the day when many abandon their New Year’s resolutions or goals. It’s startling to think that, on average, people give up after just 10 days. Why does this happen? A few reasons come to mind: When setting a goal or resolution—whether at the start of the…
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New Year, New Me? Or New Year, Same Me?
As the new year begins, these two phrases often make their rounds. As I reflect on the year ahead, I find that a little of both resonate with me. At my core, I am still me—my values, my “bones,” remain steadfast. But how those values manifest in my life can evolve. Personal growth, whether intentional…
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A Gift or a Testament to Dedication?
The other evening, my cherished puppy Quila was lying peacefully in front of the Christmas tree. She wasn’t asleep—just quietly relaxing while keeping a loving eye on me. As the time for her evening treat approached, I turned to her. She lifted her head, made direct eye contact, and smiled in the way only a…
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Year-End Reflection: A Practice of Intentional Growth
Inspired by John Maxwell’s wisdom, I’ve made it an annual tradition to dedicate time during the last week of the year to reflect on the past 12 months. This hour-long session allows me to pause, celebrate, and realign with my values and goals. I begin by pulling out my calendar and reviewing the year month…
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“Dwell in possibility”
Emily Dickinson’s words, “Dwell in possibility,” speak to the heart of what it means to live intentionally and with purpose. To “dwell” means to reside, to linger, to make something our home. And possibility? That’s the openness to new ideas, opportunities, and ways of being. When we dwell in possibility, we choose to live with…
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Just Breathe
Are we born knowing how to breathe? I assumed so, until one Friday in 2019, during what I thought was a wonderfully relaxing massage. My massage therapist suddenly slapped his hand on my chest, jolting me out of my “relaxation.” He was concerned that I had stopped breathing. He had often suggested that I try…
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