Spirit

Self Respect

Self Respect

What is self respect? How does self respect differ from self-esteem? Self esteem is definitely thinking highly of yourself. However, self respect trains people how to treat you and what you are willing to tolerate within relationships. Our self respect…

Ancient Memory

Ancient Memory

At one time, all humans paid attention to the cycles of the moon, ocean, sun and winds. Somehow most people have lost that intimate connection to the land and in turn to life. Native American activist, John Trudell, once said,…

Friends

Friends

There is nothing like old friends; however, it can be awesome making new friendships. I am certainly grateful for my friends, family members and old dog Copper. I think anyone who has friends or family members they trust and love…

Shift

Shift

This is a powerful time for change. Recently, there has been two eclipses and with them massive energy shifts. Tonight is a Full Moon. Offering tobacco to the moon and releasing what no longer serves you is an incredible way…

Tough

Tough

I tend to act tough when I don’t want to be vulnerable. I allow my masculine energy to flow through me and often times close my heart to others. However, I am learning to be kind which is easier said…

Codependency and Distractions

Codependency and Distractions

Codependency kills! There are people who spend their entire lives in unhealthy, codependent relationships and do not even know it. I know from experience that codependency hurts the spirit and is extremely distracting. As a result of taking myself out…

Moving Through

Moving Through

Losing someone you love is never easy. After someone is no longer in your life, it really makes a person question who and what is important. Staying stuck in the pain of loss is optional. Who has been prepared to…

Think for Yourself

Think for Yourself

When you are distracted, you are less of a threat to a system that thrives on complacency. There is a direct correlation between consumerism and corporate big business. Every alcohol advertisement, every beauty product and car ad you see is…

Next Generation

Next Generation

Connecting children to spirit is vital! If children connect to Spirit they are far less likely to be vulnerable to addictions. Children learn from what they live with. If parents have addictions, children are far more likely to be subject…

Your Light

Your Light

Melody Beattie wisely said, “We do not lead others into the Light by stepping into the darkness with them.” There is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of wanting to be in a healthy, loving and functional relationship. However, in order…