Life has gotten very confusing. Is it safe to go outside? Is it safe to spend time with friends and family? Every town, state and person has a different perspective on how to be in the world right now. And it’s STILL hard to plan anything with much certainty. How do we find balance in...Continue reading
Nature is asking us to slow down, reflect, and listen. How are you spending your time? What do you hear? Here are 3 simple steps you can take to bring peace and calm to your daily life. 1. Fresh flowers/houseplants Bring nature inside in the form of plants. House plants and fresh flowers bring vital...Continue reading
I hope you are weathering this global storm as best as possible and that you have all the support you need to get through this. If you don’t, please reach out to me or to the people in your life who care about you. Emotional support is something we always need on our journey through...Continue reading
Nature does not hurry yet everything is accomplished-Lao Tzu Nature slows down in winter and your health and well-being will benefit all year long if you do too. Each season has a distinct rhythm or energy. Aligning with the rhythm of the season supports your health and will begin to bring balance to your life....Continue reading
Our lives reflect nature. What’s happening in the outer world is happening inside us. We can learn how to live a healthier more fulfilling life from Nature. What’s Nature doing right now? The trees are letting go of their leaves in preparation for the next cycle. The ‘letting go’ energy of fall lends itself well...Continue reading
A dear friend of mine asked me, “If you have any tips for fighting the mental and emotional battle that comes with long term health issues, I am all ears. You are my inspiration in “keep going”.” It was great to hear that my journey has been an inspiration for her! I turned my answer to...Continue reading
Some years ago I was given a job that felt much too big for my britches. I had nervous butterflies and a racing heart almost constantly for a week. I was excited, but I was overwhelmed by the fear. What if I screw up? I’m not cut out for this job! My fear was overshadowing...Continue reading
My first winter living on the coast of California I couldn’t believe that red, purple and yellow flowers were in bloom. Many of the trees still had their leaves. I was enchanted with the succulents which I had never seen before. This is when I fell in love with the sky and the pacific ocean....Continue reading
How to start decluttering when you’re overwhelmed Your guiding light through decluttering is tuning into your heart’s vision. It’s the key to how to start decluttering when you’re overwhelmed. Clutter can be a hidden obstacle in the way of fulfilling your heart’s vision for your life. Clutter can keep you from following through with doing...Continue reading
My healing journey with Plant Spirit Medicine began in 1999, while I was living in Arcata, California. Things had been rough for me since college. I was living on my own for the first time, far away from my family and friends. My health was declining, and no one knew what was wrong. I was...Continue reading