93: How Often Are You Using the Word “Just” In a Negative Way?

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It’s just stress. I’m just emotional. It’s just… Think about the last time you used the word “just” in a negative way. How can you reframe that moment by eliminating the word altogether? Listen to this week’s episode to learn about how to change the words we use to describe ourselves.    ______   FIRST […]

92: A Guided Meditation for Your Own Lake Journey

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Last week I told you of my meditation experience with Mr. Bear and the mountain lake. When I was given the vision, I felt a strong need to bring the journey to you for your own growth. In that vein, for this week’s episode of Breathe In, Breathe Out, I have recorded a guided meditation […]

You’re Defined by What You Do, Not What You Look Like

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I’ve now started this musing three different times. For some reason, landing on the right words to bring the idea forward has been a challenge to grasp and run with. Perhaps I’ll try writing it from the end and see what happens. The bottom line?  It doesn’t matter what my body looks like. What matters […]

91: What Do You Need to Let Go Of?

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Who would have thought I’d be walking through a forest with the kindest bear filled with thought provoking knowledge. In this week’s episode of Breathe In, Breathe Out, I invite you to join me on this meditative journey and see what you can let go of.

Answering Advice Seeker Questions: Part II

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It’s time to answer another advice seeker question. I loved how people wanted to better understand the relationships they’re in. While the last set of answers was aimed at boundaries, today’s is about re-connecting and finding joy in the relationships you have. So, the questions I’m excited to touch on are: How can you stay […]

Forget Resolutions: Let’s Celebrate

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Please bear with me and get past the first paragraph. I promise you’ll like what I have to say 😉 It’s crazy how many people have brought up end-of-life planning with me lately. A few of them have even talked about writing your own obituary answering questions like: How do you hope people remember you? […]

90: Systems, Puzzle Pieces, and Choosing to Be with Michaell Magrutsche

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The boxes we were raised in have an incredible ability to make us feel shame and prevent us from stepping into our most authentic selves. In this week’s episode of Breathe In, Breathe Out, my guest and I explore the possibilities that exist when you rise above the systems holding you back. Michaell Magrutsche is […]

Answering Advice Seekers Questions

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First, I want to thank you for your wonderful replies and suggestions. I have quite a list and am looking forward to the inspiration that comes in response to your requests. By now, you know I’m a storyteller, so I won’t be able to answer them all in one email. I will, however, make an effort […]

89: I Want You to Be Selfish & Considerate

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Life is unpredictable. We never know when someone’s time will be up. I know the topic of death can be scary and uncomfortable, but you will thank yourself in the long run if you have a plan for the future. So, I’m encouraging everyone to be intentionally selfish AND considerate. Learn how in this week’s […]

Instead of “I’m Sorry,” Try This.

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Some old “shit I’ve owned” recently cropped back up along with a new light to embrace it in. To be honest, I used to say “I’m sorry” so often a friend began punching me every time the words escaped from my mouth. She did it with everyone. The first time “I’m sorry” was subconsciously verbalized […]