Vlogs and Blogs

“Tree Time”  I do not claim to be an expert in yoga. In fact, in my practice sessions and retreats, we do “Mindful Movement” as I am not a certified instructor. However, I like yoga quite a bit and I find it to be a pretty essential part of my […]

“Patience Is Required for Evolution”I belong to a self-care focused Facebook group. One of the members posted a little reminder: “Be patient with yourself. Nothing in nature blooms all year.” This could mean different things to many different people. To me, it was a reminder to focus on one practice […]

“I’ll Meet You There” (December, 2015 One Moment Shifts) Not long ago I was reminded of a poem by Rumi. This is a piece of it: “Out beyond the ideas of wrong-doing and right-doing, there is a field. I will meet you there.” When I read this it reminds me […]

“A Note on Self-Blame and Forgiveness” (From November 2015 “One Moment Shifts”) These topics, self-blame (and its destruction) and forgiveness (and its healing benefits), could have many books written about them. Actually, they do. So, I’ll do my best to not write another book in what is supposed to be […]

“Own It, Conquer It” Before reading this month’s Shift, I encourage you to first take a few breaths and welcome an open mind and heart. An open, non-judgmental mind helps us consider new ideas. An open heart helps us have compassion for ourselves and others. I only write, teach, and encourage […]