10 things I’m loving now: July 2017

10 things I’m loving now: July 2017

1. Fountain-pen friendly yet the pages are so thin—I’m loving this new notebook discovery. 2. I’m really enjoying my time with this book that’s filled with spiritual insights but is still oh-so human. 3. It’s been a knitter favorite but I’ve only discovered this yarn now. It’s my new favorite wool workhorse. 4. If you’re looking for […]

The magic of meditation

The magic of meditation

The first time I tried meditation, I wasn’t impressed. “It’s too hard,” I told my husband. “I’m not sure how this is going to change my life.” It was only upon reading more about it that I realized I was applying my overachieving self to my meditation practice. I was breathing like I was doing […]

Six ways to craft a life you love

Six ways to craft a life you love

Crafting a life you love is deliberate. It means working like an artisan, honing, carving, working, while loving the process and the imperfections. It means saying “yes” to what moves your heart and “no” to shoulds and obligations. It’s about honoring who you truly are and what you love. Here are six ways to craft […]

Five lovely things: July 2017

Five lovely things: July 2017

1. If you’re a leader of an organization, try doing what this CEO does (he writes 7,400 birthday cards a year!).   2. This is my beach-house-by-the-sea dream come true. (Photo by Shinichi Ogawa & Associates via Uncrate.com.)   3. The world needs YOUR light, your kind gesture.   4. It’s been 18 years since I […]

50 ways to nourish yourself (part 2)

50 ways to nourish yourself (part 2)

26. Read books that uplift your spirit. Here are some picks. 27. Instead of sending a check, volunteer your time at your favorite charity. 28. Discover your signature scent. 29. Add some greens to your home. 30. Cancel an appointment you’re dragging your feet to. 31. Eat a bowl of comforting soup. 32. Get a […]