The first week of July is a scorcher of a month in Texas where I live. And yet this week has been unseasonably wet, drenching my garden with regular rain that offers an abundance of cucumbers, tomatillos, and tomatoes. I never was much of a … [Read more]
‘Tending and befriending’ in winter, and in a pandemic
I hope this note finds you well as we journey into February. For many of you - especially our Northern Hemisphere friends and those on the North American East Coast - this time of year brings much cold, and dark. We're wired to 'tend and … [Read more]
When you want help but also feel scared
When we're struggling with something and we want help, whew, it can bring us to a place of vulnerability - where all our fears, concerns, and questions come rising up. The fear of receiving help So even though we long for relief and want healing … [Read more]
Heal, don’t end, your relationship with sugar
Bailey pup, our tomato garden 'thief' One of the most vulnerable questions I hear from people when they're thinking about taking a class with me is this: Do I have to stop eating sugar? It's a really important question! If you're relying on … [Read more]
Embracing resistance with a warm embrace
Resistance can get such a bad reputation! It's often seen as something to just 'push through' and 'get over.' I think this understanding arises partly from our culture. Earlier today I was listening to an On Being interview, and heard a … [Read more]
Making room for sadness
This is a picture of me and my son from a few years ago. Last week, it was his birthday. Halfway through his birthday morning, he was filled with disappointment and sadness and laid on his bed and told me about it. His presents weren’t as he … [Read more]
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