As I was journaling and listening to music this morning, Cristofori’s Dream by David Lanz drifted over my morning coffee spurring a memory from many years ago. I was sitting alone in my dining room in a house where I felt like a stranger. A stranger to myself.  Who...

Float on Your Favorite Floaty Toy Float on Your Favorite Floaty Toy – Let yourself be a kid and drift around in the water on a fun floaty. Relax as the gentle waves rock you into a state of complete bliss. If you want to partake in a cold beverage, do it! I know this...

If you’ve been paying attention to the 2024 Paris Olympics, you may not have been surprised to see superstar Celine Dion perform during the Opening Ceremony. You may have also seen the sad news about her 2022 diagnosis of a rare neurological disorder called Stiff...

As you stand at the crossroads of a new chapter in your life, I want to share a story that might resonate with you and offer some hope and encouragement. When my marriage ended, I felt like I had lost a part of myself. My identity had been so intertwined with my role...

No Judgement Zone No Judgement Zone – Make a conscious effort NOT to judge anyone or anything for the day (including yourself). We tend to live in a world of perpetual judgement. We all do it, all throughout the day, without even realizing it sometimes. These...

Ladies, if you’re anything like me, you’ve been the queen of multi-tasking, the maestro of managing chaos, and the ultimate champion of cheerleading—mostly for everyone else. I know. I lost myself in a long-term marriage where I felt unheard, betrayed, emotionally...

Divorce. The word alone can feel like a punch to the gut, can't it? Whether you saw it coming or it hit you like a wild wave, the emotional aftermath is often a whirlwind of grief, confusion, and, yes, anger. Anger is a tricky beast—it's a natural response to feeling...

Invite a friend out to Walk Invite a friend out to Walk – I’m all for solo walks to clear your head, but walking with someone can be a lovely change of pace! Being able to chat as you take in your surrounds is refreshing. I have a couple of girlfriends who live close...

Unicorns, Cauldrons, and Control: Why It's Time to Focus on You  Are you a “Fixer”? We all know one, in fact, chances are you’ve done your fair share of trying to fix, change, or control someone in order to make them fit into your life. You know the drill, “If only...

Divorce can carve a deep chasm of loneliness in your heart, making each day feel like an uphill battle. But remember, this is just a fleeting chapter in your story. Here are eight unique steps to help you cope with loneliness during and after divorce, each offering a...

Send a Message Send a Message – We all have those people in our lives we love and care for and yet sometimes months or even years can go by without talking. Surprise them. Send them a meaningful text message just to let them know you’re thinking of them. Chances are...

A while back, I ran into a friend who made a rather tactless and insensitive remark to me in the aftermath of a relationship that didn’t work out.   She said “Well, you knew what you were getting into!”  Really? Does anyone know what they’re getting into when they...

Divorce can feel like the emotional equivalent of running a marathon with a pebble in your shoe. It's exhausting, painful, and by the end, you just want to scream. But hold on! Before you channel your inner Godzilla, let's navigate this tricky path with some grace and...

Daydream Daydream – I love this one and not usually on the selfcare go to list! July is the perfect time to sprawl out on the grass or a beach somewhere and stare at the sky. Allow your mind to wander. See where it takes you and maybe even journal about what comes up...

In his teachings, the great Lao Tzu said “Simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures…Patience with both friends and enemies, you accord with the way things are.”   It is also said that patience is a virtue. And I suppose patience can be...