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A 2025 Intention I Didn’t Know I Needed
I came across the French word flâneuse in the book Joie: A Parisian’s Guide to Celebrating the Good Life by Ajiri Aki, and I was fascinated by the concept. A flâneuse is an artful wanderer, someone who strolls without a destination, savoring the subtleties of life. In a world so focused on efficiency and achievement, the flâneuse chooses presence—pausing to notice the dance of sunlight on windows, the aroma of fresh bread wafting from a bakery, or the unexpected laughter of strangers.
What if Joy is the Compass, Not the Prize?
I spent much of my life believing joy was something to be earned—something that came after I achieved a goal, solved a problem, or navigated a particularly challenging season. But over time, I’ve discovered that joy isn’t just a fleeting feeling that punctuates the milestones. It’s a guiding value, one that whispers where to turn next, what to embrace, and what to let go of.
What Does It Mean to Thrive?
A new year has arrived, and with it comes the undeniable energy of possibility. It’s a chance to pause, reflect, and step forward with clarity into what we’re ready to create. For me, 2025 feels like a year of refinement—a year to align my life, my work, and my purpose more deeply with what feels true.
A Year of Becoming a Wild Awake Woman
As this year comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on the path it has taken—twisting, turning, at times steep, but always leading me closer to the heart of what it means to live wild awake. It has been a year of loss, discovery, and quiet celebration—a collection of moments that have shaped not only my work but also my soul.
Life Beyond the To Do List
Sometimes, productivity morphs into a lifeless march. You’re “doing it all” but not really being. And when you pause to ask, Is this what I want? — the answer feels elusive.
When Loving Life is NOT Enough
I’ve always said (and truly believe) that if I died today, I wouldn’t feel like I missed anything. I love my life. Deeply. Fully. Every corner feels rich with meaning, every experience complete. But as I sat with this thought, a little whisper asked: Is this love of my life keeping me from trying something new?
Simplicity in Wellness
This week, I came across an idea on Instagram that has me pondering: Sometimes wellness looks like not adding in yet another healing practice but staying consistent with the simple things.
