The Blog
The Ritual of Noticing
“Beneath the light, the river and hills are beautiful, the spring breeze bears the fragrance of flowers and grass.” --Du Fu (Classical Chinese Poet of the Tang Dynasty 712–770 AD) Happy Spring Equinox Blessings! I am sure you will agree this is a beautiful time of the...
The Spirit of Aloha
“I ho’okahi kahi ke aloha ~ Be One in Love." – Hawaiian Proverb Last month I visited the inspiring big island of Hawai’i and discovered the Spirit of Aloha! I enjoyed swimming and snorkeling in crystal clear waters, hiking lofty paths along Kilauea, resting deeply,...
The Struggles that Shape Us
Happiest and Healthiest New Year! “If you make a commitment larger than your own life, that commitment will come back and shape you into who you need to be to fulfill it.” —Lynne Twist 2023! May it be a year of miracles… Now that we have made it through the holidays...
The Medicine of Replenishment
"Let’s soak ourselves in the medicine of replenishment." --Chameli As the shorter days in December wrap us in darkness, we turn with the seasonal wheel to welcome winter. This is the time of year to reconnect with the sacred. It is a time to pause and remember who you...
Aromatherapy Memory Care
“Dementia care—it's not rocket science; it's heart science." --Gail Weatherhill Memory impairment can be caused not only by aging or stress but also by neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia occurs when nerve cells in the brain become...
Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness
"Alzheimer's is about the present and the struggle, the scrappy brawl, the fight to live with a disease. It's being in the present, the relationships, the experiences, which is the core of life, the courage to live in the soul.” --Greg O'Brien November is Alzheimer’s...
Calling our Ancestors Home
“With my eyes turned to the past, I walk backwards into the future.” ―Yohji Yamamoto All Hallows Blessings! Many cultures worldwide celebrate their roots and connection to those who have come before, between the Autumnal equinox and Winter solstice. Families are...
Nourishing Breast Prevention Care
"Hands on your breast can keep your heart beating." -- Jenny Holzer In my years as a feminist supporting woman with their health and emotional wellbeing, I understand the vital importance of helping women understand their unique biology and how to care for their...
The Gift of Presence + Loving Care
“I want to be here, and equally important, I want to be here for you”. –Anon All of us are intrinsically connected to each other. When we honor our ever-present relationships, we realize that what we energetically extend is often what is reflected in us. The most...
Mabon Gratitude Ritual
“May Autumnal Equinox be the beginning of new things in your life. May the negativity in your life end and may there is peace and happiness surrounding you.” ―Robin Wall Kimmerer Happy Mabon Equinox! Here we are again, acknowledging the turning wheel of the year. As...
The Guardian Spirit of Mother Cedar
“Our people have always understood our relationship with the spirit of the cedar tree, so we always begin by thanking the cedar tree for giving its life for us.” --Puyallup tribal elder Connie McCloud Our ancient forefathers and foremothers recognized the spirit...
Restoring Quality Life with Wildflowers from the Outback
The Flowers in all the colors of the rainbow remind us of how Life is restored. –-Vasudeva and Kadambii Barnao Wildflowers are often overlooked; they grow in the most extreme places everywhere and bloom a lot. Western Australia is home to the most extensive array of...
Healthy Homework Habits with Clarity & Focus
"Clarity is like casting light. Clarity allows us to see better and eases the path of understanding." --Cyrus Panjvani As the start of the school year returns, parents and kids—many already struggling mentally from the recent years of disrupted routines—may feel more...
Rest & Restore during Dog Days of Summer
“When the soil of the self is exhausted, no beautiful flowers can grow from it.” --Mira Kirshenbaum I love the summer months – increased light (I am a light lover), warmth, cold showers, longer days, glorious sunsets, and stunning moonrises. Waking early, just before...
Freedom in Wellbeing Wholeness
“When you become free of social conditioning, when you become free in the mental environment, when you become liberated from the shadows of your own past, you can demonstrate a spontaneity and an enthusiasm in life that are remarkably refreshing to others.” --Marshall...