In my last audio reflection, I shared what happened when my body delivered a very clear capacity signal during my recent Alaska cruise – and another, far more demanding voice immediately tried to override it. If you haven’t listened yet, it’s here. That experience left me curious about why respecting present-day capacity can be so […]
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Well, I’m back from Alaska with wonderful memories of vast oceans, glaciers, whales and, yes, coffee and croissants delivered to my stateroom every morning. But one of the most useful things Alaska offered me happened quietly, on an ordinary Monday morning. Nothing particularly dramatic. Just my biology communicating – and me noticing how quickly another
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Is “Useful” Enough? I had an interesting realization recently. It started with something quite ordinary. I had shared a reflection that felt meaningful in the moment. Instead of letting the idea sit in a notebook or disappear into a growing collection of unfinished thoughts, I followed through and recorded it. You might think that would
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Lately I’ve been noticing something about the way creativity shows up in my life. It isn’t particularly interested in my plans. Ideas arrive while I’m walking, talking with a client, preparing a class, or simply living my life. A small moment suddenly reveals something worth exploring. A conversation becomes a teaching. An observation turns into
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Would you rather listen than read today? I recorded a short, informal audio reflection this morning about capacity, healing, and the subtle pressures so many nervous systems are already carrying. If listening feels easier, you’ll find the audio here. And if reading is more your thing today, the transcript is below. Well, hello. This
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