Seasons


A change in energy

A change in energy

I undeniably experience shifts in energy with the seasons and in certain activities and ways of doing things. Noticing and naming this reality has been really important because it gives me greater self-awareness and helps me make better life decisions from this awareness.

Almost through

Almost through

Here's the hardest part about self-awareness and fighting the dark places: you still have to do the work.

In between the awful and amazing

In between the awful and amazing

I've learned that until my chemistry, psychology or geography changes it's not wise to have high expectations for myself during the deepest heart of winter.

January for the rest of us

January for the rest of us

I take issue with most January blog posts I read that focus on productivity, goal setting, and self-improvement projects in general.

Making a wellness plan for winter

Making a wellness plan for winter

Creating a winter wellness guide is a fun and creative self-awareness exercise.

The days between

The days between

On of the things I love about our family holiday tradition is that we linger in this in-between space between Christmas and New Years, and a little beyond.

Hibernate

Hibernate

Hibernate is a winter gift to myself. The gift of friendship and beauty. The gift of cozy and craft. The gift of learning new skills and trying new recipes.