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September 14, 2020 K.

Releasing Ourselves from Shame

Last week I noticed author Brené Brown posting some new downloadable graphics to commemorate the tenth anniversary of her book The Gifts of Imperfection. Immediately I decided I'd print out two of these and post one in my office and the other in the kitchen where my family can see it. I haven't (yet) read … Continue reading Releasing Ourselves from Shame

August 31, 2020 K.

Allowing Myself Grace

Last week I got way off track with my schedule for a number of reasons, a big one being that my daughter began another nine week session of online school from home due to COVID-19. My family has been here in this house together for 99% of the past five months, so you'd think more … Continue reading Allowing Myself Grace

February 18, 2016July 11, 2016 K.

Evolution Revolution

I feel an evolution happening within me—a revolution really. I’m beginning to feel free in a way I haven’t before. I’m beginning to feel settled, on the inside. For decades, I’ve been trying to figure out how to live authentically. I recognized when I was in my mid-twenties that I was struggling to allow myself … Continue reading Evolution Revolution

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