dear 2017, you have been on my mind a lot lately, in the coming weeks, you will move on, and im ready...but i have some things to say. when we first met, you weren’t my favorite, at all. you crushed my heart, into one million little pieces, and i didn’t trust you.
Read Moresuffering, in all forms, comes with the territory of being alive, and human. when we love someone, including ourselves, watching them go through a painful experience can be so hard, and of course being in it is certainly tough. a broken heart, physical pain, or even spiritual suffering can make you feel vulnerable, exposed, weak... wanna know the reality?
Read Moreyou are not alone in this world. maybe sometimes your journey feels dark, and there is a lack of light, both around and within you, but you are still not alone.
Read Morethere was a time, not so long ago, when my validation was coming from things outside myself. to be honest, i would break into hives (red itchy patches on my arms, chest and face), start to sweat (it wasn't a sparkle..at all), and my legs would twitch and shake (so annoying!) just at the thought of someone i loved or even liked, leaving me or being discontent with me, (my job, teaching yoga, a family member, a friend, a lover).
Read Moreexactly 365 days ago, today, i got a call from my boss while i was at a harvest festival on a day off. i was asked to be part of a "global leader program" to develop leader qualities. i was excited and scared all at the same time. i knew in my gut it was the change i needed, both professionally and personally.
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