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Graceful Grief Session V Depression

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Workshop: September 12, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. (PDT/AZ time) on Zoom. Graceful Grief is a series 8 of virtual support sessions that take a “silver lining” approach toward deepening the grief experience for more grace and peace. Each session will have a focus relative to one of the many unique facets of grief, and will … Read more

Beautiful Summer’s End

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The Celtic Wheel of the Year, is about to turn again toward late summer, one of my favorite seasons! Lughnasa (pronounced loo NAS ah) is the fire holiday that welcomes late summer. It occurs at the midpoint between the summer solstice and the autumnal equinox. In the northern hemisphere, this is a time to celebrate … Read more

Graceful Grief Session IV Bargaining

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Workshop: July 25, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. (PDT/AZ time) on Zoom. Graceful Grief is a series 8 of virtual support sessions that take a “silver lining” approach toward deepening the grief experience for more grace and peace. Each session will have a focus relative to one of the many unique facets of grief, and … Read more

Summer’s Light

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Spring showers and pastel flowers are making way for sunflowers, daisies, poppies, and roses. Trees stretch their leafy green branches to provide afternoon shade on hot sunny days. Rivers, lakes, oceans, and waterfalls beckon us toward refreshing waters and cool breezes. In the northern hemisphere, the month of June marks a time of increasing sunlight. … Read more

“Y” is for YES – Part 1

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Part 1 – Say YES to the Conversation In the ABC’s for living well, this four-part series for the letter “Y” explores various ways in which YES can carry multiple, nuanced messages. Let’s begin with saying YES to a conversation about the one thing that all living beings have in common: impermanence (i.e. we will … Read more

“Y” is for YES – Part 2

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Part 2 – YES, and In the ABC’s for living well, this four-part series for the letter “Y” explores various ways in which YES can carry multiple, nuanced messages. The practice of saying YES to tackling challenges, exploring new situations, setting boundaries, and overcoming fear is commonly recommended by life coaches. It makes sense to … Read more

“Y” is for YES – Part 3

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Part 3 – YES, but In the ABC’s for living well, this four-part series for the letter “Y” explores various ways in which YES can carry multiple, nuanced messages. The practice of saying YES to challenges, exploring new life territory, and overcoming fear is part of living a full life. Counselors and wellness coaches tend … Read more

“Y” is for YES – Part 4

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Part 4 – YES, but maybe NO In the ABC’s for living well, this four-part series for the letter “Y” explores various ways in which YES can carry multiple, nuanced messages. Socializing, flourishing on the job, caring for children or companion animals, and contributing in other meaningful ways to friends, family, colleagues, or community are … Read more

Graceful Grief Session III – Anger

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Workshop: May 29, 2026 from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. (PDT/AZ time) on Zoom. Graceful Grief is a series 8 of virtual support sessions that take a “silver lining” approach toward deepening the grief experience for more grace and peace. Each session will have a focus relative to one of the many unique facets of grief, … Read more

Fiery Beltane

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In the northern hemisphere, the month of April is full of contrasts and surprises. While winter’s bluster is fading, its last hurrah can bring howling winds, sleet, and hail in between spring showers, soft sunshine, and vibrant rainbows. As the Celtic Wheel turns again, we approach the Gaelic cross quarter fire holiday called Beltane, also known … Read more