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Read MoreCharming Chosen Challenges – creative ways to try out or jumpstart a habit
Last October I tried out my first Inktober Drawing Challenge, and in January I’ve kept sketching going on a weekly basis. Drawing and visual arts is really a whole other way of being creative than my usual dancing and also very relevant to the enterprise of shape, shaping and space in my dance practice as […]
Read MoreAnnual Refresh – Reflection, Clearing, & Planning Process
Doesn’t it feel good to do a thorough clear-out at the beginning of a new chapter in your life? Our physical, mental, digital, and analog systems can all use a periodic audit to make sure we are on track to live the life we intend. The following methods bring order to chaos, help me reflect, […]
Read More2022 Favorites & Highlights – Reading, Listening, & Viewing Pleasures
“This moment, do I accept myself just as I am?” – Radical Acceptance 2022 was a tumultuous year for me personally and for all of us globally. I lost a beloved uncle and great-aunt, recovered from COVID, and watched as war broke out between Russia and the Ukraine, with unrest and natural disaster in other […]
Read MoreStanding in Beauty in 2023 – Word / Intention of the Year
Twenty twenty-three, lovely as can be, a time to create and witness BEAUTY! Resolutions Can’t Be Rushed To be honest, my reflection an reset/refresh process going into a new year does not end on January 1st, and I’m not starting 2o23 with my resolutions, goals, or intentions all fleshed out. Grateful to have had the […]
Read MoreWhy Bother Distinguishing Your Why? 5 Tips for Purposeful Living, Inspiration, Meaning & Motivation
Distinguishing our life’s Purpose can provide a compass “True North” that guides all actions and decision making to accomplish/be what you are on earth for.
Read MoreMagic Within You 4-Day Virtual Yoga Workshop Series
It takes just minutes a day to tap into the magic of your own internal resources, so join me for an exploration of the elements within nature and ourselves so we can learn to access inner strength, the Magic Within You 4-Day Virtual Yoga Workshop.
Read MoreFall 2022 Curriculum – Self Study & Practices of a Creative Professional
I am studying, reading, and practicing a variety of “subjects” or “courses,” which overlap and could be grouped in different ways, which are related to my goals for the year. Topics encompass dance and movement, spiritual practice, creativity, business and finance (including sales and marketing), languages, travel and adventure, love, connection, and relationship.
Read MoreCurrent Notebook Lineup – Analog Journals for Creativity
Lifelong Learning & Teaching Lifelong learner and curious forever student that I am, the journey of reading, hearing new information and perspectives, honing skills is endless. Now that the Autumn Equinox has passed for me in the Northern Hemisphere (happy Spring to the Southern Hemisphere!), I am feeling all the back-to-school and fall feels even […]
Read MoreCool Downs to Cleanse the Palate – 5 Ways to Cool Off & Wind Down
“The waves is on fire, the day is getting hot. This is my desire to the one to hit the spot, yeah. Cool down.” – Kolohe Kai I’m not a surfer, but I dig the song “Cool Down,” and it has been running through my head as I write this article. Just in the last […]
Read MoreOn Balance – Practicing the Process of Dancing with Equilibrium
When everything is turbulent, how can we find equilibrium, equipoise? In my work as a movement educator in ballet, dance, and yoga, as well as life coaching, the topic of balance comes up so often! Therefore, I thought I would do an experiential exercise where I ponder on the process of balance in the body […]
Read MoreSay the Magic Words: Musings on Resonant Affirmations, Powerful Phrases, Prayers, Stands, & Mantra
Say the magic words: Please, Thank You, I’m Sorry.I love you.Help, Thanks, Wow.Hallelujah. In 2018 I went through a very rocky separation and second divorce. At the time, I was living in Honolulu, working on my secondary teaching credential and teaching in at least three locations every week, plus running an Airbnb in my two […]
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