"We all need a sacred witness in life, a person who can listen without judgment while knowing the right questions to ask that continually illuminate our path." - Caroline Myss - This quote is the essence of Life Coaching. In Life Coaching people work on their goals, dreams and desires for their life. Within an … Continue reading Life Coaching
Tag: Beauty
Respect Women, Respect Life
"If the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of the woman is intact, so too is that of the family, community and society." - Ancient Indigenous Proverb This ancient proverb gives me hope because it tells us that the overall well-being of females directly influences all of existence. Clearly there is much work to be … Continue reading Respect Women, Respect Life
The Shoulders We Stand On
I've been giving some serious thought to a concept shared with me many years ago by a Native American Elder. They said, "We stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before us." At the time I likened this to my upbringing that taught, "respect your elders." I did my best to honor and … Continue reading The Shoulders We Stand On
No Permission Needed
Have you ever had a dream, desire or yearning that emanates from deep within you? Do you recognize that it is your heart, your soul calling to you? If so, are you living those wishes out in your life? I sure hope that you are doing just as you dreamed! But if you are not … Continue reading No Permission Needed
Gifts of A Broken Heart
A few months ago I read two insights about broken hearts. Elizabeth Cunningham wrote, "Hearts are hard until they are broken." The other quote was from Anita Krissan. It stated: "Let your heart crumble into an infinite amount of tiny, precious seeds. Then plant love everywhere you go." Each of these statements touched a level … Continue reading Gifts of A Broken Heart
Journey of a Lifetime
When on a spiritual and personal quest to discover your self and purpose in life, you are instructed to focus on the journey. We are told that everything is part of the journey without necessarily being shown what that means exactly. Added to that vague concept is the structure and conditioning of our culture that … Continue reading Journey of a Lifetime
RED TENT MOONLODGE GATHERING: AUTUMN IMMERSION
Come and learn Native American Traditional Teachings regarding women, their "Moontime" and their importance within the tribe or community. Discover how you can apply these teachings to enrich your own life. You are invited to join me on SEPTEMBER 20, 2014 at Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church, Children's Chapel from 12:30pm - 4:30pm (PDT) for … Continue reading RED TENT MOONLODGE GATHERING: AUTUMN IMMERSION
Magical Sparkle (A poem just for fun)
Magical sparkle of the sea, restoring a sense tranquility; Tiny twinkle of reflected light, do you hold a water sprite? Liquid mirrors of the sun, is your purpose purely fun? Water wonder glimmer, casting ever magic shimmer. Shining dancers to and fro, mesmerizing gleaming show.
Offering Thanks Restores You to Beauty
A Native American Elder once told me, "If we would remember to say thank you, we would never need another ceremony." I'll never forget him telling me this because it was also an instruction. I knew that at the time. We were sitting inside the tepee before the prayer ceremony began. It was just the … Continue reading Offering Thanks Restores You to Beauty
Beautiful Morning
On an early morning ride today I witnessed the moon over the Briones as the sun was rising at my back. I was struck by the beauty. Low lying fog hovered over Mt. Tam in the distance and on the return ride home Mt. Diablo was silhouetted in golden mist. Nature captured me and brought … Continue reading Beautiful Morning