Reflections on 32
On my second to last evening as a 32 year old, I have some things to say. This year, my yoga practice changed profoundly. I consistently…
We Had No Idea
I was driving the same route through my little home town that I’ve taken so many times. I thought about how when I was younger I’d…
The First Time I Drank Alone
Submitted to Not All Big Girls Drink Wine Anonymously I remember the first time like it was yesterday. My routine was the same. Rise early, go…
It Does Not Get Better, But You Do
Know you aren’t wrong. Know that the only closure you need is your own forgiveness for allowing yourself to stay as long as you did. Know that it does not get better. You read that right – it does not get better – but you do. You get better. It is your story, part of you and that does not change. How you react can change. How you love again, how much you tolerate, how you allow someone to treat you right from the beginning. That changes. And there is so much light on the other side.
I Could Have Tried Harder, But Perhaps I Wasn’t Meant To…
I looked in the mirror and reflected back on moments of my life. I said to myself, “you know Phoenix, you really could have tried harder at that.” And the truth is I absolutely could have, but perhaps I wasn’t meant to. I could have tried harder, but perhaps I wasn’t meant to. So today as we practice, give yourself permission to find the balance between effort and ease. Let go of ego and allow yourself to explore what that place of balance feels like.
The Beginning
And suddenly, it woke me like sirens in the night All of my silver linings, glowing vibrantly in front of me I stopped looking for the…
Mirrored Perspective
She took a deep breath and pausedWith fresh eyes, she peered at a younger version of herselfShe saw less wrinkles, brighter skin, and shinier hairBut that…
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