“We can do hard things” becomes my hourly life mantra. It is my affirmation that living life on life’s own absurd terms is hard. It isn’t hard because I’m weak or flawed or because I made a wrong turn somewhere, it is just hard because life is hard for humans and I am a human who is finally doing life right. ~ Glennon Doyle, Untamed
Embracing the Depth of Winter (& Gina's Favourite Soup)
There is something so comforting when the air becomes crisp and clear~ the refreshing feeling breathing as you take a wintery walk in nature~, hearing the rain on the roof, or cozy inside as you watch the rain fall outside. It feels easier to say ‘no’ to commitments or to nights out as there is something quintessentially nurturing to be sitting by your fire place, UGG boots on with your favourite blanket, total hibernation from the external world and elements if you like.
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Read moreBe Brave
Each morning I have been trying to get up to watch the sunrise, a meditation of sorts. There is something reassuring about watching each day begin. I feel like it is reminding me that we too will rise from the darkness and shine our own light into the world again soon.
Read moreLiving our Yoga practice
Life can feel crazy and it just got crazier in the last 6 weeks. We are all having to stay home and only leave for things that are essential. It is hard not to get caught up in the uncertainty of not knowing what’s next and the lack of control in our lives. This can be very challenging. And with the heightened stress and uncertainty, it is so easy to get caught up in trying new things or distracting ourselves with TV, alcohol, food, social media and all those things that suddenly need to be done around the house. There is nothing wrong with these things in moderation, but we should not use them as an excuse to hide from the fear and other feelings that can arise.
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