The first time I got glasses as an adult was a major event for me. Because I was self-conscious about how I looked in glasses, I had worn contacts ever since I needed glasses for more than just seeing the blackboard (age 12). Then in my mid-twenties I had an eye condition that necessitated that … Continue reading New Glasses, Fresh Perspective
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The Unpredictable Nature of Creative Flow: Fear I Won’t Have Anything to Blog About
Sometimes I fear that I won't have new insights and therefore will be left with nothing to blog about. Usually I end up having insights and/or experiences within a few days of this fear, and when I don't, I just accept (or try to!) that creative flow is unpredictable and has a mind of its … Continue reading The Unpredictable Nature of Creative Flow: Fear I Won’t Have Anything to Blog About
Resistance to Yoga, Then Once I Start I Don’t Want to Stop
Often I feel too tired, unmotivated to do my morning stretches/strengthening exercises. In the event that I simply do not have the time I reschedule for another part of the day, or simply miss doing them altogether. But those mornings when I feel the resistance and then choose to do it anyway, I inevitably get … Continue reading Resistance to Yoga, Then Once I Start I Don’t Want to Stop
Fresh Perspectives From Yoga Practice
One of the benefits of doing yoga, or performing any stretching and strengthening exercises, is the mental shift it provides. When I do yoga in the morning, it provides a foundation for my day—not only with regards to helping me align my spine and engage my core in my day-to-day tasks, but it also leads … Continue reading Fresh Perspectives From Yoga Practice
Open Palms, Receiving Heart
As I sat in meditation—as per my previous post—I kept my palms open, resting on my lap. I focused my intention on letting go and receiving from my environment, rather than seeking to act on and control it. A few moments later I more deeply realized: life is a gift, my daughter, working with my … Continue reading Open Palms, Receiving Heart
Yoga Poses Precede Sitting Meditation
In my yoga instructor training, I remember learning that yoga poses were part one of yoga, part two was sitting in meditation. First you relax, let out your jitters, get flexible—then your body can sit comfortably for long periods of time and meditate. Well, this morning I experienced just that. I had done yoga for … Continue reading Yoga Poses Precede Sitting Meditation
Different Way OR Different Shape Entirely
My 14-month-old daughter has a caterpillar toy where each section is a different shape and color. The goal is to match the shape to the correct section. Easy for mommy, possible yet still somewhat challenging for her toddler daughter. As I was observing her frustration with the harder shapes, I thought of this as a … Continue reading Different Way OR Different Shape Entirely
Blogging with Mom Brain
I still have mom brain when I speak to people but somehow when I blog my words come a bit easier. Recently I was wondering why. When I blog I access a deeper part of myself. My inner voice. A part somewhat less impacted by the mental exhaustion of bearing and raising a child. Writing … Continue reading Blogging with Mom Brain
Keeping Technology Out of My Morning Part 2
In a previous post I discussed how I refrained from using my smartphone in the morning to stay focused. Well, since then, I have gone back to checking it sometimes in the morning. That, and, I often go on my laptop to send an email or write a blog post. Yesterday I edited a work … Continue reading Keeping Technology Out of My Morning Part 2
Cell Phone Cleanse
This past week I had a wake up call with regards to my cell phone usage. First my 14 month old daughter needed me while I was responding to an "urgent" text. Then, later that evening, I went on Facebook to post some photos of said precious daughter and it led to a moment of … Continue reading Cell Phone Cleanse
Mindful Nuggets 