The Identity Series Identity can be a trickster of many costumes. We are not born to wear only one identity and yet there is a distinct difference between weaving threads of our truth and donning a cheap fabrication, one that is not “us” – and one that is destined to unravel. There are the uniforms […]
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Anxiety — The Struggle is Real
Identity Series In my opinion, anxiety is one of the worst things to plague a person. It is sneaky, relentless, and all encompassing. It’s a pain point for mind, body, and soul. For some of you who live with anxiety, I’d imagine I’m preaching to the choir. If you live with anxiety, it is a […]
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Why Are We Wary of Being Body Aware?
Embodiment Series I want to consider my body in every moment, but as I grow more body aware, I find myself growing more judgmental. There I said it. I’ve been judging this amazing vessel of mine. Here I am, nurturing a tiny life inside of my body and while in so many moments I gaze […]
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Cultivating Inner Perspective
Soulful Cultivation Series Cultivating Inner Perspective : the Power of Self Awareness and Reflection “Awareness provides the solution to every human problem that has a solution.” – Bill Harris Have you ever found yourself harden after a certain incident or interaction? This reactiveness (rather than responsiveness) creates a domino effect of unmindful repetition and negative energy along our life path. What […]
Voices
A Poem Fissures of silence form links of transparent chains A hollowness drawing ones breath mute, Until the conscious self gives it willingly A beckoning bleeds from the unconscious to abate the intense quiet, For there is a deeper desire to love our voices without regret.
Facing Shame and Self Doubt
The Identity Series She had a voice, and it wasn’t kind. It was negative and preferred not to shut up. She had this way in which she spoke that always took the wind out of my sails. ——— “Have courage and be kind” — Cinderella For many of us, finding the courage to overcome shame […]