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My two-year-old daughter takes ballet every week. A dance class made up entirely of two-year-olds is CHAOS. Most of the time, Inara rolls on the floor or hops around the room, completely ignoring her wonderful teacher, Ms. Robin. Class after class, Ms. Robin goes over the dance moves. The routine doesn't change, and she reminds… Continue reading Everyday Extraordinary: What Toddler Ballet Taught me about Showing Up

Earlier this week, I posted this on Facebook: “Your purpose is continuous. It is more than milestones and important dates that society has deemed worthy. Keep evolving. There is still so much life for you to live.” For much of my life, I was keyed into milestones and accomplishments. Getting good grades, graduating from college,… Continue reading What if you did everything you were supposed to do, and still want more?

    Imagine that you are hosting an epic party. Invitations have been sent and everyone has confirmed attendance. You created the playlist to rival all playlists. The menu is carefully crafted and delicious. You have a stunning outfit. Your hair and makeup is on point. After months of planning, you are ready for your… Continue reading The Invitation

  Life is one transition after another. We start in one place. Then we land in another and yet another. I know that I am a different person now than a few years ago, even a few months ago. Having made all of this progress, I still find myself taking the next step. I am… Continue reading Navigating the “In Between Spaces” in Your Life

  A few days ago, I wrote this on Facebook: "As you accommodate the desires of those around you, don't forget to accommodate your desires, too. Give yourself space to want what you want and actually get it." It's far too easy to forget about your dreams  when you are helping other people accomplish things.… Continue reading Making Space to Get What You Want

I have big ambitions and goals for my life. I want to live life to the fullest. I want to live a life that is a reflection of my inner truth. I know that I am not the only one who feels this way. Many of us want to feel like our life has purpose… Continue reading How I Learned to Enjoy Life “Right Now” While Focusing on “What’s Next”

As the year comes to a close, it's easy to feel like you didn't do enough. You start thinking about the resolutions you didn't fulfill. Or compare yourself to other people who seem to be winning at life. This cycle is less than inspiring and ends up making you feel pretty crappy. You resolve to… Continue reading The Best Year Yet

  I am a writer. Most people who know me, know this to be true. Yet, I find myself in these spaces where I don't write. Where I go long stretches of time not working on my novel, not blogging, not journalling. Cause life gets busy and their is hubby and baby to tend to… Continue reading Everyday

When I first saw the title of this meditation, I knew I needed to listen. I am often busy in my everyday life and within my own mind.  Meditation and busy seem like they are on opposite sides of the spectrum, right? Yet, what I have found is that when I feel my busiest is… Continue reading Review: Guided Meditations for the Busy Woman