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As my friend often says, “Life is just getting too lifey right now!“ Do you relate? We just saw the brightest rainbow ever! Although I do my best to avoid the news, even just a brief glance at the headlines these days gives me the shivers… Please join me in returning, once again, to daily self-care practices: Wellbeing Practices – No Matter What! 1.         Sip warm, juicy water all day long – We are all running around dehydrated without realizing it. Sipping water throughout the day, rather than coffee, soda or juice, will help to clear and calm your mind and body. Room temperature or warm water with a little juice in it is easier to absorb than ice cold water. 2.         Awareness of your breath – Whenever you feel tired, stressed … continue reading

For years and years I attended Meditation classes, read books and did my best to Meditate on my own. I was motivated by my desire to quiet my mind and relieve chronic anxiety and stress. Then, in my forties, I was guided to the Expanding Light at Ananda in Nevada City, California for personal retreat, and made a decision to attend Ananda Yoga Teacher Training and ultimately Meditation Teacher Training. That was over twenty-five years ago. At the Expanding Light they not only train Yoga and Meditation teachers, everyone is invited to come to the retreat center, for personal retreat to practice together morning, noon and night. Cozy accommodations and delicious vegetarian meals are all provided, along with classes. Morning Sangha, or spiritual practice, begins … continue reading

More and more I’m curious about and fascinated by how I make decisions. I’ve noticed that when I ask a question for clarity, I receive one answer from my head and something different when I listen to my heart and body wisdom. Is that my intuition, a hunch, a gut feeling or my Divine guidance? Really good question. When I remember to pause, take a breath and listen within, I experience clarity about my choice. I believe that acting on that guidance (whether you feel that it is internal, from your higher self or the Divine presence). Sometimes I simply ask, “What is it I need to know or understand?” Open ended questions often result in very simple two word guidance, such as, “Slow Down.” … continue reading

I was moved to tears this morning with gratitude for my strong, flexible healthy body, for my home, my husband, my cat, my family and friends and for all of you – my extended community. I am so grateful for all of the blessings in my life!

Tara asks, “What does the wanting energy want to experience?“ This is what came to me when I responded to the question: To relax – to be part of something To make a difference To be connected and accepted To be seen and heard To feel safe and protected To be honored and acknowledged for who I am – just as I am Wow! That’s a tall order. And I feel better just having written/typed that list of wants. Perhaps you are willing to answer this question for yourself. Write the question in your journal and write down what comes up for you – it may be surprising! I’m noticing that none of this is materials things – it’s all about beingness. Very interesting… Tara … continue reading

We need to choose to release the past and forgive everyone, ourselves included. We may not know how to forgive, and we may not want to forgive, but the very fact that we say we are willing to forgive begins the healing process. Louise L. Hay – You Can Heal Your Life Hello dearies, This week I was introduced to a Forgiveness Process by Vishen Lakhiani from MindValley that leads to clearer intuition, connection, guidance and mind/heart coherence. Identify a person or act to forgive – someone you genuinely love and care for – including your younger self. Create a safe and healing space in your imagination with that person. Communicate to them the circumstances that occurred. Allow yourself to feel the deep pain/anger/frustration fully … continue reading

As I continue to turn within and ask – what am I releasing that no longer serves me? – I touched a memory that is very tender. When I left home at 18 I did not go to my grandmother, Leah’s, house. I went to my godmother, Joan’s, house. I didn’t consciously decide, I just got up in the morning and started walking and ended up at my godparent’s house. Joan answered the door and said, “I’ve been expecting you. Where is your brother?” My younger brother had decided to stay at home and finish high school. I still feel sad that he lived longer with my parents, which couldn’t have been good for his mental health. In the process of leaving home, I also left my grandmother, … continue reading

“I think it’s important to tell it. Maybe it will help educate or inspire other people so they too can do something, they too can make a contribution.”A quote from Senator John Lewis in the Times magazine about why he told the story of the civil rights movement over and over again. Hello dearies, I wanted to share a story with you today about transformation, inspired by Senator John Lewis. Most of my current clients and students see me as a healthy, happy coach and teacher. Happily married and loving life. No challenges, right? Well, it hasn’t always been this way. Steve and I have been happily married for over 35 years. Amazing to acknowledge that! We give thanks every day for our connection, friendship and enduring … continue reading

There is a very important reason for the words we include in our EFT Tapping Set Up Statements. Acknowledge the Feelings – while tapping on the side of both hands We say, “Even though I have this fear…” This is an important aspect of the practice, to acknowledge what we are truly feeling and not try to push it away or deny our feelings. There is great benefit in allowing ourselves to feel the fear, or other strong emotions, and allow the energy to move. Speaking to the Part of Us That Resists Change Then we say, “Whatever part of me is holding on…”This is where we get to the “one foot on the gas and one foot on the brake” feeling. We may want very much to release … continue reading