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Supportive Resources for Trying Times

Supportive Resources for Trying Times -
If you're navigating grief, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, chronic illness, or emotional pain, here are some free or low-cost resources that offer care, community, and support:

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Clean Pain vs. Dirty Pain: Telling the Truth to Your Nervous System

This season has reminded me of something I often share with clients, and try to practice myself, especially in the harder moments:

The difference between clean pain and dirty pain, a concept shared by therapist, author and my teacher Resmaa Menakem, whose work around somatics, trauma, race, and healing has deeply shaped my own.

It’s a distinction that lives not just in our minds, but in our bodies.

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Glimmers: Small Moments That Tell Your Body You’re Safe

You know how certain things just set you off—a sharp tone of voice, an overwhelming email, a piece of bad news that sends your stomach into knots? Those are triggers.
But there’s another side to that coin—something that people are taking more and more about lately… and that’s Glimmers.

Glimmers are those micro-moments that bring a sense of ease, connection, or even just a quiet ahhh in your body. They’re real. And they matter.

What’s a Glimmer?

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Soothing Your Nervous System Naturally: Tinctures, Teas & More

These days, it’s easy for our nervous systems to feel like they’re constantly running on empty. Between work, family, unexpected stressors, and the steady hum of life pulling us in every direction, that deep sense of calm and ease can feel harder to reach.

The beautiful thing is—plants know how to help. Herbal allies, soothing teas, and gentle flower essences offer their steady, grounding presence to our frayed nerves, inviting us to pause, soften, and restore. Whether you’re craving a calming cup of tea, a tincture to settle stress, or an energetic boost from flower essences, these remedies work in harmony with your body’s natural rhythms to support both immediate calm and long-term resilience.

In this blog, I’m sharing some of my favorite nervous system-nourishing plants—the ones I turn to for myself and recommend to clients when life feels like a bit too much. Let’s dive in.

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Automatic Writing: A Simple Practice to Deepen Your Inner Knowing

Automatic writing is a practice where you write without consciously thinking about what you’re putting on the page. It’s often used for journaling, intuitive guidance, and self-discovery. Instead of analyzing your words, you let them flow freely, allowing your subconscious or higher awareness to come through. Here’s the step by step process, common pitfalls and how to avoid them.

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Enjoying the Juiciness of the Full Moon in Capricorn

Let's talk about this JUICY Full Moon in Capricorn!
This is an opportunity as entrepreneurs to release anything that feels outdated (in both your personal and professional life.) This full moon also known as the Buck Moon, is at 29 degrees -- meaning its a *super transformational* moment. These degrees are potent turning points, pushing us to break free from limitations and fully embrace our desires.
Where are you holding yourself back?

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How to work with the Cancer New Moon: an entrepreneurial guide

On July 5th, 2024, we have the arrival of a new moon in the nurturing sign of Cancer. New moons are potent times for fresh starts and setting intentions, but with Cancer's influence, this lunation carries a special significance. Cancer, a cardinal water sign, is all about our emotional foundation, security, and sense of belonging. It's the energy of home, family, and the deep connections that nourish us. So, how does this translate for entrepreneurs, and our wild and brave souls forging our own paths?

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The Outside-In Trap: Why Building Your Business Backwards is Killing Your Soul (and Success)

Have you ever dreamt of being your own boss, crafting a life of freedom and fulfillment around your passions? If you're a passionate entrepreneur, that was probably a big part of the reason you took the leap and started your own business. But somewhere along the way, things might have gotten...well, a little out of hand. I can certainly relate.

Instead of feeling empowered and in control, you find yourself drowning in to-do lists, chained to your computer screen, and wondering where all the joy went. This, my friend, is the result of falling into the outside-in trap.

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So you're not a journaling person? That's okay. (But hear me out!)

Journaling. The word itself can conjure up images of angsty teenagers pouring their hearts out into leather-bound notebooks. But what if you're not exactly a feelings-on-your-sleeve kind of person? What if the thought of putting pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) fills you with dread?

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