I’ve been thinking a lot lately about bringing nature therapy to communities that perhaps are underserved in this area, yet are among those that would benefit the most. It came up in one of my Forest Bathing groups and I’ve … Continued
Imagine an entire month dedicated to creating happiness! Happiness Happens Month has been celebrated in August since 1999. A whole month dedicated to celebrating what makes you happy, and indeed creating joy into your own life and those around you. … Continued
When I was young, grade school age, I loved school. I remember a few times waking up early on a Saturday and getting ready for school, only to be reminded that it was the weekend. I know that sounds nerdy, … Continued
Photo and Creation Courtesy of Julia Siporin And so, another journey ends. But really, as I’ve been reminded over the course of this past year, endings are really just new beginnings. Throughout the year, I have taken you with me … Continued
As the song goes, it’s Summertime and the livin’ is easy. The warmer, longer days, and fresh sunlight means lots of time in nature. Some of my favorite moments of summer are spent outdoors after the sun goes down. In … Continued
If you read my article last week, you know it was all about stretching your comfort zone. As promised, here are some ideas to help you do just that. Your brain makes your comfort zone feel good, because it believes … Continued
Recently, I was talking with a friend about something I talk about in my forest bathing experiences, that science tells us the energy that makes up all of life never goes away. The tree that appears to have died is … Continued
There are people out there that I know, and I bet you do too, that are quick to pass the blame on to others. Nothing is their fault. The speeding ticket is because the officer had to make quota (is … Continued
For the past year, I’ve been taking a course called Morning Altars. I’ve shared this journey a bit over the course of the year, and as teacher and creator, Day Schildkret, says: endings are really just new beginnings. So where … Continued
Spring has finally arrived at the Big Lonely Ranch. It was a long winter, and the warmer weather is very welcome. Spring has also arrived in a burst of color at our new second home, the Beach Cottage, where I … Continued