Kissing winter goodbye! Get over here summer! 💋 #vernalequinox
I’ve been thinking about how we have this belief that conflict, rupture and sorrow are obstacles that should be avoided when really they are essential parts of growth and connection. Not only do we need them, we have no choice really as they are intrinsically a part of each other, like night & day. Perhaps what needs to change are our assumptions that they are negative and to be avoided. What if we start to reframe how we see them and think about them? What if we saw conflict, rupture and sorrow as gateways, what if they even drive us into deep connection and joy. Leaning into them with curiosity, empathy and trust. #GrowthThroughConflict #Resilience #ConnectionAndRepair #Empathy #Curiosity #estherperel #dansiegel #psalms #positivepsychology
I’ve been thinking about how we have this belief that conflict, rupture and sorrow are obstacles that should be avoided when really they are essential parts of growth and connection. Not only do we need them, we have no choice really as they are intrinsically a part of each other, like night & day. Perhaps what needs to change are our assumptions that they are negative and to be avoided. What if we start to reframe how we see them and think about them? What if we saw conflict, rupture and sorrow as gateways, what if they even drive us into deep connection and joy. Leaning into them with curiosity, empathy and trust. #GrowthThroughConflict #Resilience #ConnectionAndRepair #Empathy #Curiosity #estherperel #dansiegel #psalms #positivepsychology
I’ve been thinking about how we have this belief that conflict, rupture and sorrow are obstacles that should be avoided when really they are essential parts of growth and connection. Not only do we need them, we have no choice really as they are intrinsically a part of each other, like night & day. Perhaps what needs to change are our assumptions that they are negative and to be avoided. What if we start to reframe how we see them and think about them? What if we saw conflict, rupture and sorrow as gateways, what if they even drive us into deep connection and joy. Leaning into them with curiosity, empathy and trust. #GrowthThroughConflict #Resilience #ConnectionAndRepair #Empathy #Curiosity #estherperel #dansiegel #psalms #positivepsychology
I’ve been thinking about how we have this belief that conflict, rupture and sorrow are obstacles that should be avoided when really they are essential parts of growth and connection. Not only do we need them, we have no choice really as they are intrinsically a part of each other, like night & day. Perhaps what needs to change are our assumptions that they are negative and to be avoided. What if we start to reframe how we see them and think about them? What if we saw conflict, rupture and sorrow as gateways, what if they even drive us into deep connection and joy. Leaning into them with curiosity, empathy and trust. #GrowthThroughConflict #Resilience #ConnectionAndRepair #Empathy #Curiosity #estherperel #dansiegel #psalms #positivepsychology
I’ve been thinking about how we have this belief that conflict, rupture and sorrow are obstacles that should be avoided when really they are essential parts of growth and connection. Not only do we need them, we have no choice really as they are intrinsically a part of each other, like night & day. Perhaps what needs to change are our assumptions that they are negative and to be avoided. What if we start to reframe how we see them and think about them? What if we saw conflict, rupture and sorrow as gateways, what if they even drive us into deep connection and joy. Leaning into them with curiosity, empathy and trust. #GrowthThroughConflict #Resilience #ConnectionAndRepair #Empathy #Curiosity #estherperel #dansiegel #psalms #positivepsychology
As the clock counts down, I’m reminded that every new year brings fresh opportunities to nurture the most precious gifts in our lives—our children. ❤️ This year, I’m reflecting on how we can create spaces for their hearts to feel safe, their minds to grow, and their spirits to thrive. Whether it’s spending more device-free time together, prioritizing the family meal, leaning into faith, or simply being present for the small moments, every choice we make helps shape their future. My prayer for 2025 is to guide with wisdom, love, and grace, showing them the path while letting them discover their own. Let’s step into the New Year with purpose. How will you nurture the little (or big) ones in your life in 2025? 💬👇 #NewYearsEve #ParentingWithPurpose #RaisingHealthyKids #MindBodySpirit #NewBeginnings
“Hurry is the great enemy of spiritual life in our day. You must ruthlessly eliminate hurry from your life.” -Dallas Willard #slowdown
From the vault: Pics from my Broadway days! ✨ Outside the Plymouth Theatre on 45th street after performing in “The Graduate”, soaking in the magic of live performances and connecting with the incredible audiences afterwards who made it all so special. Grateful for every moment on that stage. #Broadway #TheGraduate #TheatreLife #Gratitude #NYC #empathyinaction
From the vault: Pics from my Broadway days! ✨ Outside the Plymouth Theatre on 45th street after performing in “The Graduate”, soaking in the magic of live performances and connecting with the incredible audiences afterwards who made it all so special. Grateful for every moment on that stage. #Broadway #TheGraduate #TheatreLife #Gratitude #NYC #empathyinaction
From the vault: Pics from my Broadway days! ✨ Outside the Plymouth Theatre on 45th street after performing in “The Graduate”, soaking in the magic of live performances and connecting with the incredible audiences afterwards who made it all so special. Grateful for every moment on that stage. #Broadway #TheGraduate #TheatreLife #Gratitude #NYC #empathyinaction
Your worth is not something you earn, achieve, or prove—it’s a birthright. It’s an inherent part of who you are. The world or other people often try to convince us otherwise. We’re surrounded by messages that say, “You’ll be enough when you’re successful, when you’re perfect, when you meet certain expectations, when someone else says so.” But that’s an illusion. The real battle isn’t to claim your worth; it’s to dismantle the belief that you ever had to. The journey isn’t about becoming worthy; it’s about remembering that you already are. #mindset #mindsetshift #worth #truth #tekken
Siblings: our first friends, our partners in adventure, and the ones who walk through life by our side. Watching my kids hold hands and look out at the ocean reminds me of the beauty in having someone to share the journey with—through every wave, every horizon, and every moment in between. Sending love to my siblings this morning and a huge Happy 50th Birthday to my big brother ❤️!
✨PSA✌🏼
Happiness can never be found directly. It is always and only a byproduct of seeking something more than happiness. ✨
Ready for first tracks ❄️⛷️ !! Also this mashup is 🔥
The “both/and” mentality is crucial for connection because it allows us to embrace complexity and see multiple perspectives simultaneously, fostering empathy and understanding. Instead of “either/or” which forces a choice between two opposing ideas, it invites us to hold space for nuance, creating room for richer, more meaningful conversations. This approach helps build bridges between differing viewpoints and encourages collaborative solutions, strengthening our relationships and connections. Helpful to remember as you spend time with family this holiday season. ❤️ #bothand #holiday #family #health #connection #multiplicity
Open your heart & let go. ✨Michael A. Singer #unteatheredsoul
Facing fears often begins with accepting oneself fully, even the parts that seem flawed or vulnerable. True growth happens when we move past our defenses and embrace who we truly are. #carlrogers #fears #conquer #truth #embrace #wisdom #authenticity
✨Love isn’t a competition—it’s a partnership, where both people grow and thrive together. When you fight to be right, you stop listening. The more you focus on winning, the further you drift from true connection.
Reacting is an emotional, instinctive response. Responding is a thoughtful deliberate action. When we’re triggered our instinct is to react but that reaction usually reinforces a pattern that doesn’t ultimately serve us. Pause and breathe. Calm down so you can choose how you want to respond. That’s power. ✨
Our lives are shaped by the stories we tell ourselves and others about who we are, what has happened to us, and what is possible. These stories are constructed through our experiences, cultural influences, and relationships, and they can either empower or limit us. The way we interpret and give meaning to events creates the narrative of who we are. By focusing on these stories, we can better understand how they influence our identity and choices. We can always create new, positive narratives that foster hope, agency, and growth. Remember it’s never too late to be the hero of your own story. 🖤🤘🏼 #story #hero #meaning #author #write #rewrite #hope
Our lives are shaped by the stories we tell ourselves and others about who we are, what has happened to us, and what is possible. These stories are constructed through our experiences, cultural influences, and relationships, and they can either empower or limit us. The way we interpret and give meaning to events creates the narrative of who we are. By focusing on these stories, we can better understand how they influence our identity and choices. We can always create new, positive narratives that foster hope, agency, and growth. Remember it’s never too late to be the hero of your own story. 🖤🤘🏼 #story #hero #meaning #author #write #rewrite #hope
Love this quote by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Mindfulness is awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non- judge mentally in the service of wisdom and self understanding. Practicing mindfulness is a powerful tool to help you break old habits, self regulate and become who you want to be.
