Spring Awakening: A Lull will do you good
The season officially changed from winter to spring on March 20. Here in San Francisco, we experienced a mini heatwave that felt more like fall. (Summer in San Francisco begins in September and goes through October). The rest of the country was experiencing cold temperatures and snowstorms, signaling that winter was staying just a bit ... read more >
Spring Awakenings come after Humbling winters
When I was younger, I assumed that if you did things “the right way,” life would make sense and work out. This is one of the reasons I clung to organized religion and a church community: the message was that if you kept doing “all the things,” like volunteering at the church, then God would ... read more >
Spring Awakening: Spring Forward into a New Season
This weekend, we set our clocks forward one hour to “spring forward” for Daylight Saving Time. I believe this past weekend marked the beginning of a new era for many people, including me. I felt such an energy shift that on Sunday morning, I was literally running laps around my house because I was so ... read more >
Spring Awakening: Rebirth, The Revival, and Renaissance
I sent a message to my friend group chat on March 1, because I think we all need to slow down this month, especially with all this craziness. March Intention: SLOW DOWN Do not make any sudden or impulsive moves. You may want to quit something, but wait. I am personally hanging on until June ... read more >
[February 2026] Year of Yes: Reconnection and Inner Flames
“You don’t have to force anything,” - Alex Holliday, Yoga Teacher When I received the initial email about the workshop “Tending the Inner Flame for Vitality” led by Alex, my first reaction was. “No. It’s across town, and I would have to take the bus. It would be a real hassle to get there.” Then ... read more >
Feb Fitness and Wellness Goals: Squats and Perimenopause
In her book, The Year of Yes, Shonda Rhimes writes about how golf became her “thing.” I believe everyone should have a “thing” that is rooted in something physical. Strength training is my “thing”. It’s my hobby, and I love it. I will get up early to do it. It makes me strong and powerful, ... read more >
