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Black History Month: Jump-Starting Lifelong Habits
A friend of mine drew a parallel between Black History Month and the 30 Days of Yoga that she does each January. She says:
… Read MoreThat 30-day practice each year is not intended to be a one-time event, but rather a 30-day period in which I reconnect to my purpose and develop a set of habits that I carry with me throughout the year. Depending on the year, it has given me a jumpstart (reminding me how much harder it is to get started again when I leave yoga to the side and only come back on occasion) or a refresh (bringing increased intention or new exploration).
When I practice regularly,
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DIY Chalkboard Kitchen Island: Why I Love It
This weekend I was inspired to make a DIY chalkboard kitchen island. We did it in our old house, and I have been missing it in our new house! Does anyone else have kids who put their feet on the walls? Like all the time? Especially while they are sitting at the counter eating?
I just love, love, love having black paint with a chalky film instead of feet marks! And it was actually a rewarding DIY project instead of one of those projects I feel like I have to pay someone else to do or immediately regret it right after I start.
Step One: DIY Chalkboard Kitchen Island
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Reiki: How My Session Went for Me
The other week, I mentioned that I was suddenly inspired to try reiki. At the time, I didn’t know much about it. But I booked an appointment and went for it! I am really craving more connection with my body. I also want to promote healing.
This year has been really hard. I imagine it has been hard for you, too?
Trying to run a school during a pandemic is no joke. And when I have to lean in hard at work, my family life suffers and Henry’s behavior escalates. And then we had a heart-wrenching tragedy at the school.
The first part of the reiki appointment felt … Read More