The inspiration for this week came as we passed through the New Moon in Aries; yes, we are being guided by celestial energies! I love following the moon cycles for a variety of reasons, as it reminds me of the ... Read More...
Clean Slate
We first experienced the magic of Sanctuary Retreat in Bingil Bay, Queensland, Australia in 2009. We have visited all but one year since then largely because it's one of those places in the world that literally feeds my ... Read More...
Spring Equinox
You can feel it in the air. The energy is shifting and as I write it is not only the Equinox but a full moon reflecting her brilliance tonight! Many regular readers will know that I love marking the four times of the ... Read More...
Stumble
Take a moment to think about the first time you stepped onto your yoga mat. At the time, did you know what to expect? Did you have something in mind that the practice might bring to you, or were you like me, sitting on ... Read More...
Mantra
Om Shanti. Om Namah Shivaya. Lokah Samasta Sukhino Bhavantu. Om Mani Padme Hum. I am love. May all beings be at peace. What do all of the above statements have in common? They're mantras and they are one slice of ... Read More...
Solstice
We are at that turning point time of the year- the Solstice. I've written many times about both the winter and summer solstice as there's just something about these profound earthly markers that excite me. I think it's ... Read More...
The Spiral Path
Last weekend the trainees undertaking the 200-hour teacher training program completed Module Six. They have four modules remaining before they graduate in early May and this week's thought is inspired by watching them ... Read More...
What’s Your Why?
Over the next two weeks, we'll be exploring two connected concepts-What's Your Why? and Non-Negotiables. These two ideas are linked as once we truly know what motivates us, we begin to put non-negotiables in place to ... Read More...
Footprints
This week I asked people what came to mind when I said the word "footprints". The majority of people said, "sand" and others came up with something along the lines of "leaving an impression". My mind immediately goes to ... Read More...
Fresh Perspective
This past Thursday, May 26 was the New Moon, the phase of the 28-day moon cycle where the night sky is dark, as the moon isn't receiving the light of the sun. It is thought that the New Moon is the perfect time for ... Read More...
Be Brave
When I walk to the edge of all the light I have and take that step into the darkness of the unknown, I believe one of two things will happen. There will be something solid for me to stand on or I will be taught to ... Read More...
Time To Blossom
Over the past month I have made many forays into my local environs hiking the local trails close to Palm Springs. It has simply been irresistible as I have been hearing the sweet voice of Mother Nature calling to me-come ... Read More...
