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Getting Real

One quarter into 2019, and I’ve decided it’s time to get a little more real and a little more honest with myself about my own BS. How? By plugging into the body and paying attention.

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Compassion

Enjoy this guided meditation, on me, as a way to connect to the region of the brain responsible for empathy, compassion and joy.

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What do we know?

In remembrance of the great American poet, Mary Oliver, who passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2019, at the age of 83, I’m sharing her poem, “Snowy Night,” one of my favorites.

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A New Year, A More Resilient You

We are kicking off our new blog series, A New Year, A More Mindful You, with a strategy to build resilience and find more happiness.

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A Mindful Walk to De-Stress

How about a mindful walk today, as you travel from one place to another. Inside—at the office, at home, or even at the grocery store—or outside, with the winter air whispering to you. The whole concept is to turn your attention to the present moment and focus on feeling, noticing, and experiencing the sensations in your body as you walk.

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The Fall Season In All Of Us

Fall in the Midwest is a beautiful time. As the leaves change and float to the ground, making room for new growth in the spring, we can also reflect on the meaning of fall for each of us.

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What Does Inseus Mean?

Many have asked about how the name Inseus was derived and if there is meaning to understand further. So, here it is…the explanation in all of its glory, or rather, simplicity.

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The Space Between

“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is the power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.”

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Forgiveness

Forgiveness is letting go of the hope for a better or different past. Sounds pretty simple and straightforward, right? Let it sink in.

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Feel Your Feet.

Looking for a mindfulness tip in the moment? Yes, you read correctly. Turn your attention to your feet, and feel your feet. Anyplace, anytime.

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Just One Breath

People ask me regularly, “How do I practice mindfulness in the moment? What if I don’t have an hour to meditate every day? What can I do?”

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Finding Freedom

I hope to make an impact in this world by offering people a path that unlocks potential and transforms lives…

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An Invitation to Be

Welcome. The practice of mindfulness takes me to a new place every day. What began as a yoga practice while training for my first marathon more than 25 years ago has now evolved into a daily way of life that unlocks possibilities…

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