
Love Languages: Using Mindfulness to Improve Love Communication Skills
The Love Languages, written by Dr. Gary Chapman, hit the world by storm over 40 years ago. Have you ever read it? I had not. Until very recently. In fact,…

The Love Languages, written by Dr. Gary Chapman, hit the world by storm over 40 years ago. Have you ever read it? I had not. Until very recently. In fact,…

The Tao Te Ching chapter 11 attempts to describe something almost impossible to describe: the timeless, silent essence within. By understanding this verse, we can learn to incorporate its deeper…

Spring is here! Now is a great time for a reset. It’s time to clear out the cobwebs, spring clean your mind, and plant seeds for exciting new beginnings. Altogether,…

An inner “wise woman”?!? What in the world is that? This term may sound very woo-woo, but the wise woman is a powerful inner resource available to us right now.…

I recently met with Dr. Barbara Green, co-founder of the Center for Integrative Counseling and Wellness in Hingham, MA, to discuss her personal take on the power of sharing our…

The Tao Te Ching Chapter 10 offers a multitude of lessons for us to embrace this month. In few words, Lao Tzu opens our eyes to new ways of viewing…

The Mastery of Love is one of those rare books I can reread and always discover something new. In honor of Valentine’s Week, I wanted to share some of my…

In Chapter Nine of the Tao Te Ching, Lao Tzu teaches us the delicate art of restraint and knowing to stop when we have enough. He speaks to lessons of…

Are you seeking a way to lift your spirit while connecting with friends and family not immediately nearby? Consider sending love vibrations. I know you may think, ‘This woman has…

It’s hard being a single mother, no matter how you break it down. I don’t know about you, but it’s something that happened to me. It wasn’t planned – that’s…

Have you ever experienced that “impossible to explain” feeling of chemistry, connection, and attraction for another person? That intense energy may indicate that you are in the presence of a…
In Clear Connections, we explore the many relationships that come into our lives and what we can learn from them. Before we begin, it’s important to note, “People with strong…
I recently sat down with Barbara Green, Ph.D., to discuss the importance of self-compassion for mothers. Dr. Green is a licensed psychologist who integrates traditional therapy with a well-rounded wellness…
Looking within and learning to be kind to yourself doesn’t always come easily! It requires a decision and an openness to learning what works best for you. These lyrics from Better…
The term ‘motherhood reframed’ turns the conventional idea of motherhood upside down. Through a new lens, we can view motherhood as a spiritual calling. We can start by embracing motherhood…

A vision board is a living, breathing creation. It’s a form of communication between you and this magical, expansive universe. A vision board sends the message: “This is who I am, and this is what I’m ready to receive.”

I know, I know. It’s a cliche! But trying to look on the bright side is a worthy effort. Here’s why: According to Jane Brody of The New York Times, “An increasing number…

Have you heard the phrase ‘Emotions are contagious’? It’s a fascinating topic. In fact, according to Healthy Driven: “It’s true, emotions are contagious. Studies suggest that other people’s moods may be as easy…

It took me so long to learn this lesson: The energy you give is what you get. I can remember the day. I was driving along an endless highway, commuting…

Verse Seven of the Tao Te Ching reminds us of the nature of the Tao and encourages alignment with it. We can feel grace, freedom, and fulfillment when in this…