“It’s sunny, hot and dry. A kind of perfect summer where going out the door means wearing little – just adding visor and sunscreen. The absence of extra layering is liberating in both time and attention. Less time to get ready and less need to coordinate what to put on. This de-layering extends to your soul, too, where showing up just as you are – with no extra covering or pretense – gives you the same kind of freedom – to be you.  One big...

“The future seems so much further away now that we’re caught in a situation that is on repeat – a constant loop of blurred days keeping you in essentially one location with few options to “change it up” let alone think about what your future may hold. “How can I get to my future if I can’t change present circumstances? Moving – literally and figuratively – seems impossible right now.” Reconsider the words you are using – instead of trying...

“No bag in hand these days – just pockets to hold Kleenex, keys, bills, and cards.  Had a twenty with the debit card for this morning’s errands and pulled out the debit to handle the grocery transaction. Scooped up the two item-filled plastic bags and walked back home under a sunny though slightly brisk sky. Upon returning, transferred pocket items back to their usual place: in a bowel by the door and trusty wallet stored in handbag. No twenty...

“Googling sometimes takes you down a rabbit hole. For whatever reason, I happened upon a quote by Milton Berle, an American comedian, who said, “If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.”  It has stuck with me since reading it, and I think I know why.  Our present circumstances are unfolding toward a future that will usher in new ways and different means to navigate these ways. Opportunities as you know them have already not only changed but...

“With the pause button now on for more than a pause, there’s been ample time to think beyond “What are we having for dinner?” and “Can I wear that again?” Chances are your thoughts are running deeper, and you are drawing some interesting conclusions. What you now see, you maybe did not see or realize before.  All the speed using all the latest gadgets has not really cushioned the blow of coming to a full stop in your life.  Somehow its...

“There are two noble paths that have arisen in these extraordinary times. One is that of observer – holding the light for others and being the calm in midst of the storm of uncertainty and fear. The other is that of activist – engaging in sacred activity to tell the truth and to act on behalf of the vulnerable. Both are worthy of you and your time. Do you know which path you are on? Perhaps you are already engaged as you are propelled forward...