When I think of maternal energy, I think of compassionate, safe presence.I think of being embracedof holding space for fearsand knowing that it will all be ok I’m striving to feel this presence for myselfas well as provide it for others Here’s to that compassionate, safe space. Happy Mother’s Day. Also by Author: She Pooped, … Continue reading Mother’s Day
Author: Gila Daman
Latest release: Inner Piece: Decluttering a Soul. Also by Gila: Pandemic Poetry, She Pooped, I'm Pooped!: Motherhood Year One, First Comes Self-Love, Then Comes Marriage, and The Roadmap Ends Here: Entering Adulthood.
The Jewish New Year Begins Tonight
I wrote some really uplifting posts (I think…?) on Sunday morning. A few hours later my daughter got hurt while riding her scooter, so I scrapped those posts (for now) and shunted my energy into her healing (as well as my own—my heart poured out for her and I felt like I had gotten punched … Continue reading The Jewish New Year Begins Tonight
Today Is Tisha B’Av: The Body as a Temple
Today is Tisha B’Av, the day that both Jewish Temples were destroyed. I remember learning that our body is a temple. There were times in my life that I did not treat my body like a temple. Things that I think of when I think of less-than-ideal treatment of the body include: Eating unhealthy foods … Continue reading Today Is Tisha B’Av: The Body as a Temple
Thinking About Thinking
Years ago, I went to talks on spiritual growth where the teacher said she was teaching on topics that she herself was working on. That approach resonates with me as well. Topics such as mindfulness, meditation, mental health, and emotional well-being are close to my heart. I continue to aspire to be able to use … Continue reading Thinking About Thinking
Now Streaming: Tears
I’m listening to an album I originally listened to after a really painful break-up a decade ago. I thought I had grieved all I needed to that summer, but I was wrong. Because I just balled my eyes out, 10 years later. Tears that I would have cried sooner, had I not months later met … Continue reading Now Streaming: Tears
Pondering Passover
“Min Ha-meitzar karati Y-ah, Anani va’merchav Y-ah.” Psalm 118:5Translation: From a narrow place I called out to G-d; He answered me with spaciousness. This line is part of Hallel, which is recited on various holidays, including at a Passover seder. The word “meitzar” (narrow place) shares the same root as Mitzraim, Egypt. It reminds me … Continue reading Pondering Passover
Leap of Faith
Happy Leap Day! A once-in-every-four-year occasion is something to celebrate 🙂 Especially if your birthday is February 29th 😉 Seven years ago I encountered springtime in February in the South. And this summer will mark seven years since I moved here. I knew I wanted a change. Permission to seek the life I wanted. To … Continue reading Leap of Faith
Homeward Bound
I recently visited my hometown. Spent some lovely quality with loved ones. I’m lucky to have grown up in one place. A place that holds all the memories of my upbringing. It was my first time back in a while. So much has happened since my last visit. I noticed how I felt differently than … Continue reading Homeward Bound
Board Games Not Bored
It’s not everyday that the pieces on a board game so effectively illustrate a metaphor for life. And while it may not be as notable as Halley’s comet, I’m noting it nonetheless. As my five-year-old daughter and I were playing Trouble earlier this week, I couldn’t help but notice the position of my pieces. They … Continue reading Board Games Not Bored
The Intersection of Professional and Personal Growth
Every step I take toward mindfully growing my nutrition business is a step away from the girl who: -never wanted to assert herself -feared confrontation -feared rejection (like, big time!) Growing up, I had opinions, I just ignored them. I observed what happened to people who were different. They got mocked, made fun of. No … Continue reading The Intersection of Professional and Personal Growth
Mindful Nuggets 