Understanding we are Worthy, Capable, Connected, and Called to Adventure for a more Joyful and Resilient Life
It may seem odd to suggest that coloring is a contemplative practice. After all, the phrase contemplative practice sounds very grown-up, serious, and even mysterious. Coloring, on the other hand, is child's play, lighthearted, and easy as a walk in the park on a sunny day. Can coloring really be contemplative? Contemplative practices are activities… Continue reading Coloring: A Contemplative Practice
This post contains some Bigfoot Affirmations for a groovy state of mind. But first let me give you some background information. Background Recently my husband and I visited the Pacific Northwest--specifically Oregon--which is where I grew up. I love visiting that area of the country. I always associate it with beauty, wonder, and mystery. One… Continue reading Bigfoot Affirmations™: For a Groovy State of Mind
Do you need more wisdom and guidance about something in your life? Do you feel confused about the right action or path to take in a certain area of your life? If so, you are not alone. All of us, at one point or another (or at many points), find ourselves in need of wisdom… Continue reading Receiving Wisdom and Guidance: A Contemplative Practice
In case you are struggling with worry and rumination today, here is an intention or prayer to help you during this difficult time. You can read this silently or out loud to yourself as centering intention to help bring you back to the present moment. If you would like to turn it into a prayer,… Continue reading An Intention or Prayer for Mindfulness
Dear Friend: Whether your holidays are wonderful or miserable, here are some peaceful thoughts for you during this time: Peace to you. ***** If you found this post helpful, please consider sharing on social media.
This intention/prayer is for you, no matter your political persuasion. If you believe in God, you can use it just as it is as a prayer. If you are uncertain about God or prayer, you can leave off the "Divine Love" part if you like and use it as an intention. If you found this… Continue reading An Intention or Prayer for Political Hope
Most of us feel overwhelmed by politics sometimes. Here are ten affirmations you can use when you feel that way. One: I take politics and democratic engagement one day at a time. You aren't required to solve all the problems of the world today. So take it one day at a time. You will figure… Continue reading Affirmations When You Feel Politically Overwhelmed
Feeling like we are not enough is one of our most painful feelings.We often receive the message that we have to be different or better in some way to feel like we are enough. This is a prayer or intention to help us when we feel this way. If you believe in God, you can… Continue reading An Intention or Prayer for When We Feel Like We are Not Enough
Sometimes we feel hopeless. We feel stuck in a bad place, or we feel the world is stuck in a bad place, and we feel like things will never change. All of us feel hopeless sometimes, and if you are feeling that way today, you are not alone. Here is an intention or prayer for… Continue reading An Intention or Prayer for the Hopeless