I’m sure we can all think of a number of things that drain us of our life force or steal our energy. Obsessive negativity, excessive screen use, substance abuse, toxic people — and this list is only scratching the surface. So if we find ourself swimming in an ocean of energy-zappers, what can we do …
From tech to art..
It’s funny how life leads us down paths we never quite imagined for ourselves. Just last year, I found myself creating print-on-demand merchandise, custom journals, and self-published books, all thanks to the encouragement of a dear friend. What started as a small endeavor quickly blossomed into a series of passion projects that I’ve really enjoyed. …
Gator bait
I recently discovered Circle B Bar Reserve through a podcast and decided to check it out. It’s a 1200 acre nature preserve in central Florida, just west of Orlando. Within a week of finding out that this place was so close to home, we heard about an event in Lakeland that we needed to attend, …
80 summers (if we’re lucky)
I read this quote today and it was in perfect alignment with the drafting of my baby bucket list (aka. bliss list) “The problem is, you think you have time. On average we get 80 summers… if we’re lucky. Don’t put off the trip. Stop waiting for life to begin. Stay up late with friends. …
Bliss List
So… I’m starting a “bliss list.” Think of it like an everyday wishlist or a ‘baby bucket list’. Things that I want to do in the next 12 months that aren’t necessarily large in scale or a once in a lifetime/“I can’t believe you’re actually doing that” type of thing. (Skydiving may be on your …
Lessons from Mother Nature
Time spent outdoors in nature, whether swimming in the sea or walking through the woods, is truly a sacred gift that keeps on giving. There’s always a new lesson to be learned, or new artistry that the eye has yet to discover. Each moment strengthens our bond with the natural world, reminding us that we are …
Connection is truly a rabbit hole…
I cannot stress the importance of connection — to oneself, to one another, to this Earth and even to our spirituality or our Creator. Living in community was once responsible for keeping our ancestors alive, and if you really think about it, the result of a miraculous connection is what perpetuates life itself. It’s the …
Have you moved your body today?
Movement is what we were made for. It’s how we navigate our world, mobilizing us and allowing us to utilize our unique gifts to the fullest. It’s so easy for the mind to jump to “exercise” as acceptable movement, but all movement is good movement for both our physical and mental states. I absolutely love the simplicity …
Raindrops on roses, and whiskers on kittens…
“Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes,Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes,Silver white winters that melt into springs…These are a few of my favorite things.When the dog bitesWhen the bee stingsWhen I’m feeling sad…I simply remember my favorite thingsand then I don’t feel so bad” I adore this song and the lasting …
Life… it’s all about balance
Nature, movement, connection, and our interests; these are 4 critical pillars of healthy living. Now I know that there are other factors that are equally as important (like nutrition, sleep, and safety), but these 4 are my favorite to reflect on and share with others. In my own life, adjustments in these spaces have moved …