Dreaming You into Being

"Once upon a time when the wind was new, I had a dream and created you." The thought in my mind as I awoke today. It captured my attention. I began to wonder about the concept of being fashioned when the wind was still young. The topic of whether intelligence, science or something much larger … Continue reading Dreaming You into Being

Navigating the Space Between

Finding yourself in a place where what was and what may be can be challenging. You have grown beyond your old life and your new life has not yet fully formed. It might be tempting to cling to the old since it is familiar. However, it is like wearing a pair of shoes that are … Continue reading Navigating the Space Between

Nourishment

Beyond the physical need for sustenance there is a hunger. It is an aspect of us that transcends the feeding of the body and the mind. We could term it our spirit, perhaps even our soul and it requires nourishment too. We can provide food for the body and stimulus for the mind but without … Continue reading Nourishment

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 Importance of Ritual

All around the world and throughout time people have been engaged with ritual. Whether these ceremonies are elaborate or disarmingly simple they play a vital role for the human psyche. Ritual allows us to step out of ordinary time. We pause and connect to something much larger than ourselves that also dwells within us. During … Continue reading The Importance of Ritual

We Are Powerful

We've been sold a story. It goes something like this: you are small, you are weak, you're just one person, what difference can you make? Besides you are unworthy, you're too this or not enough of that. You're broken, a victim, so shut up, stand down, be submissive and struggle through. The main intention of … Continue reading We Are Powerful

What If…Musings

Today I have been occupied with "what ifs". Rather than allow my mind to take me on an aimless and futile journey; I called on my inner wisdom to direct the introspection. The following "what ifs" are not unique, new or even original. They have been around as topics of contemplation and discussion for millennia. … Continue reading What If…Musings

Clearing the Air and Energy

Have you ever found yourself feeling overcome with emotion? Maybe you have walked into a room that feels like the air itself is pressing down on you? These can be indications of a room or space that needs a good clearing out. Sometimes it is not enough to scrub the place clean. Many times the … Continue reading Clearing the Air and Energy

Digital Detox Discoveries

A few weeks back I made some unexpected discoveries courtesy of a concussion. Now that I'm feeling much better it seemed timely to share what I learned. While I am not recommending having a concussion to anyone, I am suggesting that the insights gained could be applied to enrich our lives. Our brain is the … Continue reading Digital Detox Discoveries

Message of Hearts

Something pretty amazing took place in my life several years ago. I can not recall the circumstances of my life and what was taking place at the time. The only thing I remember is the hearts. I began to notice heart shapes in nature. Several times a week I would see a heart. They could … Continue reading Message of Hearts