Did you know that Self-Care Month begins on 24 June and ends a month later on 24 July, which is recognised as International Self-Care Day? The choice of dates is beautifully intentional—because self-care is something we can (and should) practice 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This reminder…
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Creating Room to Breathe: Strong and Gentle In June
This June, I give myself permission for creating space to breathe—to slow down, reflect, and prepare gently yet strongly for what lies ahead. I’ve been feeling overwhelmed and just plain tired. Creating Room to Breathe I don’t need to make sense of everything in real time. I can release that…
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Practicing Gratitude When Life Feels Overwhelming
These last few weeks there have been mornings when I wake up already tired. I’m waiting for the coffee to kick in, feeling a bit low on sugar, and struggling to focus on what I’m thankful for. Alex Elle put it perfectly: “There are days when gratitude practice feels minuscule…