I am awestruck by the delight of this container as I walk the earth here. The fertile ground beneath my feet. The lush landscape that surrounds me. The fortitude of the fence that holds my structure here without the slightest sense of confining me. The way that I am easily able to understand what is … Read more
How many good girls grow up believing that we owe ourselves – our time, our energy, our love, our investment – to others? When I posted a little handwritten reminder last week on Instagram, simply stating that we don’t owe anything to anyone, many of you responded. Tens of women in the loud rejoicing crowd … Read more
A sacred, creative circle of women can hold anything and everything. {Chris Zydel, Creative Juices Arts} When I came across this statement on Facebook this morning, I paused for just a moment before continuing to sauté the vegetables for my frittata. I remembered it when I picked up my coffee moments later. By the time … Read more
Often when women come to work with me they are hungry for connection, for community. In our first session together, they describe a common feeling and fear :: I want to belong. I want to find my people. I want to know myself better. I want to feel safe to be who I really am. I … Read more
Recently, I taught a class with peaceful eating coach Christie Inge about how to not lose your mind during the holidays. During an interview before the class, we were asked to illustrate what losing it really looked like for us and our relationship with food. As I started answering, I realized, my tendency is not to lose … Read more