Let’s honor self-care as a pathway to the soul:  as the bridge between your humanity and your spirituality. Putting yourself first – being self centered – is not selfish, but a spiritual act of service. It’s what allows your spirit to thrive and to shine. This strong, rooted, nourished self is the authentic you that [...]

Life is often bittersweet; our joy is tinged with sorrow. Accepting life’s no’s – accepting what we can’t change – is easier after a period of mourning. And yet we often ignore this healing pause. We’re afraid that by admitting our sadness, we’ll attract more.
I’m a huge proponent of positive thinking. I understand the link [...]

It is a falsehood that self care must be extravagant, lavish, or expensive. We often neglect ourselves due to this black and white thinking, where only wealth equals self care. But self care is a mindset; not a bank account.
Furthermore, in an era where instant gratification is the norm, debt is pervasive, and even our [...]

Are you a woman who gives endlessly to others but has a hard time giving to herself? Read on to learn how I broke my cycle of self-sacrifice. It began with a fabulous winter coat….
I’m a busy mother of four who works from home. I can go many days without “getting dressed,” spending my time [...]

It’s no secret that a houseful of little people can put a damper on your sex life:  it’s hard for a mom to feel sexy when her routine revolves around cleaning, laundry, and childcare. Likewise, finding opportunities for romance can be tricky, particularly if you have babies (or children) who don’t sleep through the night.
And [...]

For a long time, I lived with internal, unwritten rules:  expectations for my friends, family, and loved ones. These rules sounded something like this:  If you love me, you will remember my birthday. If you love me, you will take me out on a date at least once a month. If you love me, you [...]

This is the story of how a moleskine notebook saved my marriage.
As Alan Loy Mcginnis observed, “If you train your mind to search for the positive things about other people, you will be surprised at how many good things you can observe in them.”
Searching for the positive in your spouse is easy when life is [...]