Creative Self-Compassion Journal

Welcome! I’m so glad you're here. This is a place where I share stories, creative practices, and reflections on self-compassion. My hope is that you'll find something that encourages you, sparks your creativity, and reminds you that you’re not alone.

If You Like PiƱa Coladas

I hope you're well. I know that life can be a lot right now. And with so many troubling and head-spinning things happening i...

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Having a "Why Not?" Summer

It's been a few weeks sinceĀ I posted ~ how are you doing? How was July? We're a little more than half way between the beginn...

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Messages from Everywhere

Summer is just a few days old, and I've been feeling the shift ~ maybe you have, too?

The days are longer, the light stretc...

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Row, Row, Row Your Boat

stained glass sun

I hope you're well. It's the first Friday of June and the summer solstice is right around the corner! You wouldn't necessa...

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If Rest Feels Harder Than Work

It’s the start of a holiday weekend here in the U.S. ~ a time when we’re told to slow down, take it easy and enjoy a break.

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In the Chaos, Finding Stillness and Grace

The past few days and weeks have been a lot. From the wildfires devastating so many in Los Angeles, to unsettling national s...

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