A Minute-To-Win-It Meditations

The following piece is an excerpt from my book, “Word, From Your Mother,” a daily guidance journal written for my children, Liv and Pierce-Gabriel. Excerpt #12 I was thinking about the various ways that you can incorporate quick meditations throughout the day. Most people believe that meditation requires breathing a certain way or sitting aContinue reading “A Minute-To-Win-It Meditations”

We Are a Collective Consciousness

The following piece is an excerpt from my book, “Word, From Your Mother,” a daily guidance journal written for my children, Liv and Pierce-Gabriel. Excerpt #8 Do you know that we are all part of the collective? In other words, there’s no separation between you and I or anyone, for that matter. We are allContinue reading “We Are a Collective Consciousness”

Nifty Organization Ideas

It’s been a while since I’ve written an article on organizing. Typically, I visit homes, see what folks have on hand, and streamline a method of organization for all rooms in the house. I encourage others to use what they have on hand instead of purchasing expensive bins, closet organizers, containers, and such. This provesContinue reading “Nifty Organization Ideas”

Enjoying the Evolution of your Goals

The following piece is an excerpt from my book, “Word, From Your Mother,” a daily guidance journal written for my children, Liv and Pierce-Gabriel. Excerpt #5 What are your thoughts and feelings towards setting goals? I feel that goal setting is a good motivational tool, however, you shouldn’t place emotional attachment towards the completion ofContinue reading “Enjoying the Evolution of your Goals”

How to Transmute Your Thoughts

The following piece is an excerpt from my book, “Word, From Your Mother,” a daily guidance journal written for my children, Liv and Pierce-Gabriel. Excerpt #4 You are enough. I was listening to Marissa Peer this morning. She’s a famous psychologist who has helped many people overcome addictions. Her message is to know that youContinue reading “How to Transmute Your Thoughts”

Create the “Write” Habit

I’ve been a teacher for 18 years and have found the topic of writing is a touchy one for many. After all, writing is a craft and many feel defeated when they’re asked to initiate the process, independently. Writing prompts are helpful but sometimes folks still get stuck finding the words to create a coherentContinue reading “Create the “Write” Habit”

“Perception is Tricky”

The following piece is an excerpt from my book, “Word, From Your Mother,” a daily guidance journal written for my children, Liv and Pierce-Gabriel. Excerpt #3 Perception is tricky. Everyone can perceive a situation, an idea, or a story, differently. Based on our perceptions and thoughts, we form opinions. Then, opinions often become judgments andContinue reading ““Perception is Tricky””