Life is a process of becoming. A combination of states we have to go through. Where people fail is that they wish to elect a state and remain in it. This is a kind of death. ~Anais Nin
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Part of setting a goal that you then share publicly with friends + family + blog readers (which, let’s be honest, for me are primarily comprised of folks from the first two groups) is that you’re now on the hook for being accountable for that goal. So, here goes — checking in for the first
I’m not ever sure where to begin. The last few weeks have been a whirlwind of travels, family time, women empowerment (Hillary!), celebrating friendships, welcoming spring and, amidst it all, attempting to stay afloat at work. My travels took me to three cities: San Francisco (for the second time in a month), Portland and to
my typical Saturday morning of writing was interrupted this week by my attending an all-day silent meditation retreat yesterday. and, while the anxiety of not knowing how the six hours would unfold almost caused me to skip it, I’m SO incredibly grateful I decided to attend. to spend the day not speaking while alone is
the past week was pretty mundane, which I don’t mean negatively but more in the sense of normal, every day, just moving along. that’s not to say there weren’t events that took place, progress made and good times had, but as I reflect on the past seven days the thought that comes to my mind is,
“It is impossible for you to go on as you were before, so you must go on as you never have.” ~Cheryl Strayed, Brave Enough week in review last week’s gratitude: solo adventures this week’s intention: notice what I’m reading: Books for Living + The Girl With the Lower Back Tattoo enjoyed one of the best
while 2016 was certainly a rough year for many, I’m grateful for the moments of positivity that punctuated its 365 days. one such instance was the unexpected joy of turning a new, longer commute into time for reading (thank you, RTD). and, as a result, I was able to get through more books last year
“It’s possible that all labels are curses. Unless they are on cleaning products. Because in my opinion it’s not really a great idea to see people as one thing. Every person has lots of ingredients to make them into what is always a one-of-a-kind creation. We are all imperfect genetic stews.” ~Holly Goldberg Sloan, counting by
“A predisposition does not a predetermination make.” ~Walter Mishel, The Marshmallow Test This weekend + week was all about travel, discovering a new city, making new connections and friends and taking risks. It was also about self acceptance at a time when I’m not feeling so great about my body and trying really hard not
“Courage over fear.” ~Elizabeth Gilbert It’s difficult for me to put into words how extraordinary and important this week was for me. No, I didn’t travel to an amazing new destination. No, I didn’t meet the love of my life. No, I didn’t finish a big project at work. In fact, it was a seemingly
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