Do you know what gratitude FEELS like?

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Do you know what gratitude FEELS like?

Do you know what it *feels* like to experience gratitude? I mean really feel it in your body? Are you familiar with the sensations of warmth in your chest, an expansive feeling, and how it can bring a sense of openness and lightness?

If you have a minute right now, take a few deep belly breaths, close your eyes, and think of someone or something that you’re particularly proud of right now, someone you admire, a situation that brought you joy recently, or a happening you really appreciate.

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How to Form New Habits in 2023

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How to Form New Habits in 2023

"Master the art of showing up. A habit must be established before it can be improved." New habits are best formed by starting small and being consistent with that small, new pattern of behavior. It's not too small or "nothing." It's actually huge….

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20 Happenings: A Powerful Way to Do Year-End Reflections

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20 Happenings: A Powerful Way to Do Year-End Reflections

As we approach the end of the year, it's valuable to take a moment to reflect on our achievements and the things that brought us joy. Many people don't take the time to appreciate their successes or savor their joyful moments because they're too focused on their next task or goal, or because they're caught up in their worries. But regularly feeling gratitude…

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How Many Pennies Will You Pick Up in Your Marriage?

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How Many Pennies Will You Pick Up in Your Marriage?

When I was a senior in college, my boyfriend and I committed to picking up all the loose change we found and collecting it in one big jar. This was from 1994 to 1995. By the summer of 1995, we had collected $128.47. We attended a wedding that summer and paid for the weekend trip with our found money (and at age 22, this felt amazing). Not surprisingly, much of the change was pennies.

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What is the Price of Admission for a Meaningful Relationship?

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What is the Price of Admission for a Meaningful Relationship?

“Discomfort is the price of admission to a meaningful life.” - Susan David, PhD. I shared this quote early on, at a recent relationship retreat that I taught. Because what most gets in the way of meaningful and connected relationships? Fear. Shame. Embarrassment. Sadness….

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