For anyone that has tried to get anything published, we understand the pain. Finding that right fit for you and your book, article or artwork is not an easy business. That’s why we really appreciate a “golden moment” that Michael Antman experienced with his book, Cherry Whip. Michael published Cherry Whip 20 years ago. When … More Episode 126: “Cherry Whip” with Michael Antman
More than 20 years ago, I signed up for an expedition to climb Mt. Elbrus in Russia. At 18,510 feet, it stands as the tallest peak in Europe. I convinced a couple of friends to join me and we were part of a group of nine clients and two guides attempting to summit. We flew … More When to Stop
Wynne and I love trading tips about wellness and feeling whole – in spite of the hectic nature of life. We know we’re not alone and, in this episode, we share a few strategies that work well for us…and invite you to join us by sharing your favorite self-care techniques. There’s no shortage of ideas … More Episode 88: Meditative Moments with Wynne and Vicki
With all the self-help books, motivational posts, and inspiring content online, how do you discern what’s right, what’s wrong, and what you should take in. Who are you listening to? Several years ago, I think it was about 5 years or so, my husband came home with some potted hydrangeas from the grocery store. They … More Who Are You Listening To?
My friend, Phil, who was a mountain guide for more than 40 years and a climber longer than that, has a motto, “Climbing is a round trip sport.” One of the cardinal sins in climbing is not being in-tune with how much gas you have left in the tank. If you use up all your … More Each Day Is A Round Trip Sport
I can be an overzealous person when it comes to learning. I think it’s a combo of characteristics – mainly my curiosity and impatience. I like to dig in…go long…follow the threads but I might end up on too many trails at once. A professor once told me I was like a firestarter. I put … More Three Things About Learning
I swear, this will not be a post about bubble baths. I think the market is so flooded at this point with so many misconceptions about self-love, what it is, and what it looks like. It’s now a watered-down buzz word, and it’s unfortunate because it’s a very real thing that we should all be … More Self-Love Is Not Very Fun Or Easy
In my teaching career, it didn’t matter much to me whether the class was a lecture or a smaller discussion group. Making connections with my students and seeing them build a sense of community with each other always felt like job #1. Yes…learning names was the starting point…but I found it useful to go deeper … More The Power of Poetry & Place
I love the broad theme of “creativity” here at Heart of the Matter this month. Wynne’s suggestion that we explore the topic in periodic posts was a great one…it could easily become an indefinite series! Writing and learning from talented, insightful bloggers enriches my perspective about the ways in which we’re all ‘creative’. I loved … More Creativity of Being
If you follow Libby Saylor on Instagram (@thegoddessattainable), you have probably seen the really cool self-portrait series she is working on. She notes that it she’s examining themes of self-worth and self-acceptance and adds, “This process requires that I resist the urge to draw myself as ‘pretty’ or how I want to see myself, but … More Episode 6: Really Listen to the Way We Talk To Ourselves
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