“Feelings come and go, like clouds in the sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to find […]
My New Goal: To Believe in My Inherent Worth
“I have inherent worth. It cannot be raised by my strengths or lowered by my weaknesses or defects of character.” ~Pia Melody Perhaps you’ll resonate […]
We Cannot Conquer Hate with More Hate (Only with Love)
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” ~Martin Luther King, Jr. I […]
How Being Alone Made Me Fall in Love with Myself
“Solitude is where one discovers one is not alone.” ~Marty Rubin “No one invites me to their party.” That’s what middle school was like for […]
How I Cherished Every Beautiful Moment of My Daughter’s Short Life
In the spring of 2012, I heard this word, “rest.” I realized how horrible I was at it. I wasn’t even sure what it was. […]
How to Find Peace When Your Mind Is Restless
“Within you, there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.” ~Hermann Hesse When I work […]
5 Reasons to Try Something New Before You Feel Ready
“Great people do things before they’re ready. They do things before they know they can do it. And by doing it, they’re proven right.” ~Amy […]
How Embracing Grief Can Open Us Up to a Beautiful New Chapter
“When we are brave enough to tend to our hearts, our messy emotions can teach us how to be free—not free from pain but free […]
The Epiphany That Freed Me from My Body Obsession
“Your body is precious. It is your vehicle for awakening. Treat it with care.” ~Buddha What is the first thing that comes to mind when […]
How I Healed My Anxiety with Simple Mindfulness Practices
“Every step taken in mindfulness brings us one step closer to healing ourselves and the planet.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh When I returned from an extended […]