How connected do you feel to nature?

For me, I love spending summers with my family in the Berkshires because of the deep connection to nature it offers. I find that taking time to walk my dog through a forest or spend a weekend afternoon at the lake can truly refresh me.

During the first year of...

I remember clearly when I first learned how to sit with my strong emotions. I had gotten really, really angry with someone in my family (truthfully, it was my husband!), and I desperately wanted to yell at him. However, I knew from experience that this wouldn’t make me feel better; it would...

As I've immersed myself in teaching self-compassion this month, I've found myself reflecting deeply on what this practice truly means to me. It's more than just a lesson or a technique; it's a profound shift in perspective that has changed my life in ways I never imagined.

Self-compassion has...

I Almost Didn't Write This...

As I am in resting mode during this week between Christmas and New Year. In the past, I'd fill this time with plans – shows, museum visits, and social gatherings. However, over the years, I've discovered the benefits of deep rest during this period. It's become...

Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrated. I hope you had a great time!

For those who didn’t, nor did I this year, and this email is for you.

I spent the whole Thanksgiving week in bed this year, sick with stomach flu. And I know I'm not the only one who has had a challenging holiday. Often...