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Being Under the Influence of a Full Flower Moon
For the past few days, we’ve been under the influence of a full flower moon. You may be sensing an “inner blooming” – like petals of a flower unfolding, with the various effects transcending into every part of your life – personally, professionally and creatively. Maybe you’re experiencing gentle nudges out of your comfort zone? Perhaps you’re being guided toward creating big shifts in your life? It reminds me of one of my favorite quotes by well-known journal writer and novelist, Anais Nin. What intentions are being unearthed in you – bringing you to the Flower Moon’s bloom? What is ready to be seen in full moon light? These are lovely questions to bring into next month’s Moonlight Journaling Retreat – where we’ll be dabbling with…
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Full Moon Rising – The Gift in Your Life Story
Tonight’s full moon, referred to as a “pink moon” – symbolizes a blossoming of potential. Because it’s the first full moon in this new season, it brings light to the unique gifts in our life stories. One of the most powerful films I’ve ever seen is Freedom Writers. It continues to be one of my favorites. It shows the power of journal writing – and telling one’s story through a voice that is unique to the storyteller. And through the pages of sharing this story, a larger sense of purpose begins to unveil. For a taste of what the film is about, visit this link and watch the movie trailer: Freedom Writers So much could change in our lives, and in…
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How Meaningful Are Your Relationships?
What in my life needs balancing, both internally and externally? What relationships do I have that need more attention, perhaps even healing? Are there relationships that have run their course? Am I ready to let go in order to move on? Where could I use more support, both personally and professionally? We’re moving into another full moon phase, this one in the astrological sign of Libra. The Libra Full Moon brings light to the connections in our lives and sparks a strong desire for balance, communication, and beauty – with a big emphasis on the quality of our relationships, both inner and outer. As humans, we are tribal people. There is power in numbers, particularly when the numbers involve a group of like-minded souls who are supportive and…
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Taking Care of Yourself This Holiday Season
While the holiday season can be quite joyous, it can also bring up a lot of stress and overwhelm – and for some, it can stir up feelings of pain or loneliness. According to the American Institute of Stress, more than 110 million Americans take medication for stress-related causes each week. And when the holidays come along, people already predisposed to stress can find themselves feeling blue and more anxious than usual. Even those who don’t ordinarily feel stressed under the pressure of events or deadlines, still find that the holiday season can play havoc on day-to-day routines. So what can we do? “Plan for stress,” say the experts – just like you plan ahead for any calamity you want to avoid. The more prepared…
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The Ripple Effect of Gratitude
As we prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday here in the United States – and move into another full moon phase, I can’t help but think of the impact that gratitude has when we embrace it wholeheartedly. Can you imagine a world where everyone showed gratitude? If someone did something kind for you, you’d probably give them a warm smile and say thank you. And if you were having a bad day, someone else might take time out of his or her life to comfort you, making you feel better. It’s these acts of kindness that prompt people to show their gratitude by doing something similar for someone else. Like a skipping stone in a pond, acts of gratitude have the potential to create a ripple…
