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  1. A butterfly morning 🦋

    Our little caterpillar completed her metamorphosis and became a beautiful Swallowtail butterfly!

    It felt like Christmas morning, as I came down the stairs and saw her perched upside down on the tulle in the habitat box the kids had made for her.

    What a wonderful surprise!The chrysalis

    When we found the caterpillar in our garden, the kids decided to “raise” her in a diy caterpillar habitat. Then, they named the caterpillar Cali.

    Of course, we weren’t really sure if the caterpillar was male or female, but the kids decided it was definitely a girl. Lol

    We waited a little bit before releasing Cali because her wings were still damp and needed time dry off.

    Once we felt it was the right time, we brought the butterfly box to the front porch and slowly opened the tulle we had placed on top of the container.

    Cali didn’t fly out of the box right away, though. Her wings weren’t ready just yet. So, we spent some time ohhing and ahhing over her. 🥹🦋

    Two of our neighbors walked by wanting to know why we were huddled together and the kids were squealing with delight.

    We showed them Cali calmly resting on Travis’ hand, and one of the neighbors said she thought the butterfly was beautiful. 😊

    And then all of a sudden, the butterfly fluttered her wings and flew off of Travis’ hand and onto Zephaniah’s chest.

    The kids squealed again, and Zephaniah froze. But he had the biggest smile on his face.

    A few minutes later, the butterfly flew up into the air and fluttered away.

    💜 XO

    #Butterfly #DailyBlog #DailyLife #Family #garden #LifeReflections #nature #SimpleLiving #SlowLiving #SwallowtailButterfly #SwallowtailCaterpillar
  2. Waffles, Netflix, and Junk Journaling

    This morning, I made the kids scrambled eggs and homemade buttermilk waffles for breakfast.

    Which reminds me—I desperately need to make a farmers market trip to stock up on black tea blends and herbal teas.

    Homemade buttermilk waffles 🧇 😋

    I only buy my teas from one woman who locals fondly call “The Tea Lady.”

    She makes the best tea blends I have ever tasted, and she only sells them once a week at the farmers market.

    So, I’m putting it on my calendar to go to the farmers market the beginning of September!

    I started watching the new Netflix series Little House on the Prairie. I was skeptical about if it would be any good, but so far, I like it.

    I love historical fiction books, films, and TV shows, especially westerns, so this show is right up my alley.

    I’m only four episodes in, but I’m hoping we’ll get a little more character development for some of the side characters as the season continues. There are already a few I’d love to know more about.

    Photo credit: Netflix

    I just realized I have never actually read the Little House on the Prairie book series. Maybe I should add that to my fall reading list.

    Finally booked my follow-up doctor’s appointment for my second skin biopsy. My doctor wants to make sure he removed all of the cells of the mole I had on my finger.

    My new junk journal I created. I’m going with a farmers market/picnic theme for the main cover and tip-in pages.

    Lastly, I got to spend a lot of time on creating in my junk journal. I did this in between cooking dinner, doing laundry, and other household tasks. 😄

    One of the spreads I created today. 😍

    Since we are on our break from homeschooling lessons, it’s freed up some time for me to focus on my creative hobbies. 😊

    💜 XO

    #cooking #DailyBlog #DailyLife #Homemaking #SimpleLiving #SlowLiving
  3. Wordless Wednesday: Front Porch Sitting

    Today’s Wordless Wednesday post features recent photographs I took of two of my children Zaya (6) and Zephaniah (9) when they were enjoying a morning of what I like to call “front porch sitting.”

    Every morning, my two little ones like to sit on the front porch on our thrifted chairs and read a book, sip tea, and watch the neighborhood go by.

    💜 XO

    #DailyBlog #DailyLife #Family #photographs #photography #SimpleLiving #SlowLiving #WordlessWednesday
  4. Sunday at the library 📚

    Took the kids to the public library after Mass. It was supposed to be a quick trip, but you know how that goes—going to the library is hardly ever quick with four kids in tow. 😂

    Here are a few of the books the kids checked out. 📚💜

    Zephaniah (9) loves Vox books. He likes to follow along with the narrator reading the book aloud.

    Vox books has helped him with his reading skills, too!

    Zechariah (11) always checks put at least one Minecraft book when we go to the library. This time he got four Minecraft books! 😄

    He loves playing the game and creating so many designs. The books help him learn new ways to build and create.

    I spotted this one on the “New Books” shelf. The little cowgirl riding her horse caught my eye.

    Zaya and I watch a lot of the Canadian TV show Heartland, so I thought she’d love to read this book.

    Silly Zhen (13) found this book in the nonfiction section of the children’s library and she thought it’d be a funny read. 😂

    When Zaya (6) saw the illustration of Bob Ross on the cover of Rima and the Painter, she immediately grabbed the book and excitedly showed me the book.

    “Look, Mommy!” Zaya said to me happily pointing at the Bob Ross illustration. “It’s the painter we watch on TV!”

    💜 XO

    #Books #DailyBlog #DailyLife #Family #KidsBooks #KidsLiterature #Library #LibraryBooks #PublicLibrary #SimpleLiving #SlowLiving
  5. Broken sunflowers still bloom 🌻

    In the springtime, Travis and I discovered volunteer sunflower sprouts growing in between the sidewalk.

    I’m pretty sure the sunflower seeds were left behind in the wintertime by the birds and squirrels when I put up bird feeders.

    So, we gently moved the sunflower sprouts to our garden bed.

    Photo of one of the sunflower sprouts growing in between the sidewalk. 🌱

    We managed to “rescue” six of the eight sunflower sprouts we found in the sidewalk. All six of the sprouts recovered from transplant shock and grew strong and tall.

    But as many gardeners know, sunflower stems can still be fragile, especially during storms or when pesky squirrels are rummaging through your garden. 😏🐿

    A squirrel broke the stem of one of our sunflowers. 😭🌻Another broken sunflower stem. 😫 This time the squirrel was stealing some of my cherry tomatoes, which is planted next to a sunflower.

    The beautiful thing about sunflowers, though, is that they are resilient plants.

    Despite nature’s challenges, sunflowers will try very hard to keep growing, even when broken. Sometimes they just need a little help.

    This is something I have learned this gardening season.

    She’s a fighter!

    I was able to save one broken sunflower plant by trimming down the stem and placing it in a vase of water.

    The sunflower still bloomed, and the bees loved it!

    Another sunflower plant with a broken stem (thanks squirrel! 🐿😏) Travis was able to make a stick-based cast for it.

    And the other day, that sunflower bud still bloomed!

    Little Zaya (5) admiring our new sunflower bloom. 🥰🌻

    It makes me happy that even though a couple of our sunflowers experienced hardships, we were still able to give the flowers a chance to complete their life cycle. 🌻😍

    Despite being broken, the sunflowers served a great purpose by attracting the bees to our garden to pollinate our food plants (like our peppers 🫑 and tomatoes 🍅).

    And perhaps there’s a lesson to be learned from broken sunflowers that keep blooming anyway. 😉🌻🙏🏽

    💜 XO

    #DailyBlog #DailyLife #encouragement #garden #Inspiration #lifeAdvice #LifeReflections #plants #SimpleLiving #SlowLiving #Sunflower
  6. Người lên dây cót cho phố.

    Có những cỗ máy không đo thời gian, mà đo lòng người ở lại. Trước khi thành phố kịp cựa mình thức giấc, khi những chuyến xe buýt đầu tiên còn ngái ngủ nơi bến bãi ngoại thành và dãy đèn cao áp trên đại lộ vẫn cố nán lại chưa chịu tắt, con hẻm nhỏ mà người ta quen gọi bằng cái tên thân mật "hẻm Vạn Thời" đã lặng lẽ cử hành buổi hòa tấu không khán giả của riêng nó, một […]

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  7. One Tuesday morning I practiced with no mirror, no phone, no one expected. The body just moved.

    I didn't know I was still carrying it until it was gone.

    When did your practice stop being something you performed?

    #yoga #presence #slowliving
    #yogalife #mindfulness #authenticpractice
    #embodiedpractice #spiritualgrowth #yogajourney

  8. kayes chronicles @kayeschroniclescom.wordpress.com@kayeschroniclescom.wordpress.com ·

    The Lighthouse Capitalism Stole

    A Lighthouse at the Edge of My Dreams There is a place my heart endlessly longs for—a place where time slows down and the soul can finally breathe. I yearn to leave behind the relentless noise of the city, a place where life has become so mechanical that even emotions seem scheduled. Everyone is rushing somewhere. No one has the luxury of pausing, not even to grieve or admit that they are exhausted. They simply keep running. The choking grip of carbon, the endless chorus of blaring […]

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  9. A Day in the Life at Duffney’s Bird Barn

    How I balance a remote career, homesteading, crochet, writing, and motherhood—one day at a time. People often ask me how I find time to do everything. Honestly... Some days I wonder the same thing. The weeds don't always get pulled. The laundry doesn't always get folded. The dishes aren't always done when I want them to be. Some crochet projects take longer than I planned, and there are days when my to-do list is still staring back at me when it's time for bed. I've learned that's […]

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  10. A Day in the Life at Duffney’s Bird Barn

    How I balance a remote career, homesteading, crochet, writing, and motherhood—one day at a time. People often ask me how I find time to do everything. Honestly... Some days I wonder the same thing. The weeds don't always get pulled. The laundry doesn't always get folded. The dishes aren't always done when I want them to be. Some crochet projects take longer than I planned, and there are days when my to-do list is still staring back at me when it's time for bed. I've learned that's […]

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  11. A Day in the Life at Duffney’s Bird Barn

    How I balance a remote career, homesteading, crochet, writing, and motherhood—one day at a time. People often ask me how I find time to do everything. Honestly... Some days I wonder the same thing. The weeds don't always get pulled. The laundry doesn't always get folded. The dishes aren't always done when I want them to be. Some crochet projects take longer than I planned, and there are days when my to-do list is still staring back at me when it's time for bed. I've learned that's […]

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  12. A Day in the Life at Duffney’s Bird Barn

    How I balance a remote career, homesteading, crochet, writing, and motherhood—one day at a time. People often ask me how I find time to do everything. Honestly... Some days I wonder the same thing. The weeds don't always get pulled. The laundry doesn't always get folded. The dishes aren't always done when I want them to be. Some crochet projects take longer than I planned, and there are days when my to-do list is still staring back at me when it's time for bed. I've learned that's […]

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  13. A Day in the Life at Duffney’s Bird Barn

    How I balance a remote career, homesteading, crochet, writing, and motherhood—one day at a time. People often ask me how I find time to do everything. Honestly... Some days I wonder the same thing. The weeds don't always get pulled. The laundry doesn't always get folded. The dishes aren't always done when I want them to be. Some crochet projects take longer than I planned, and there are days when my to-do list is still staring back at me when it's time for bed. I've learned that's […]

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  14. Tip a spoonful of fennel seed into a dry pan, no oil, and shake until the kitchen goes to licorice and warm earth. Ninety seconds.
    Chew a pinch after a heavy plate — lus an t-saoidh, the herb of ease. Raw seed is medicine; toasted seed is medicine that tastes like it wants to be there.

    #Herbalism #FolkMedicine #Fennel #HerbalRemedies #KitchenWitch #Cooking #Wellness #Gaelic #SlowLiving #Foraging #Apothecary #Plants #Comments
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  15. Cultivating Calm with Sunday Softening Practices

    Last year’s unpredictability led my focus to waver; my essays, meditations, and Instagram feed transitioned from careful curation to something more spontaneous and less intentional. Despite the time constraints that challenged my efforts, my desire to maintain a presence remains strong, as I aim to share creations that, in turn, provide others with glimpses of the peace I have discovered through various mindfulness practices.

    Finding Stillness

    I am shifting back towards more deliberate, niche-centered posts that enable not only myself, but readers and viewers as well, to find that still point amidst the unpredictability of life. Although this unpredictability remains unchanged, my experiences over the past year have taught me patience and provided the wisdom to accept life’s inherent uncertainty.

    Allowing Flow

    We often hold assumptions and expectations without justification, which can cloud our judgment and hinder personal growth. This journey leads us to realize the significance of flow—not just as a concept but as a transformative experience that allows us to engage deeply with the present moment.

    Reflection

    It is a topic I’ve explored extensively in my essay, Open Awareness: The Gift of Gracious Acceptance, where I delve into the nuances of being open to life’s unpredictable nature. Embracing this mindset can lead to profound insights and inner peace. To complement these reflections, I invite you to explore the meditation below, which serves as a practical guide to cultivating this sense of flow and serenity in your daily life.

    Gentle Reminders

    I often revisit my own writings and meditations as life becomes overwhelming, making it difficult to maintain a sense of peace. We need gentle reminders and practices that we can slip into during hectic moments. Over the past few weeks, I’ve actively engaged with the basics of meditation, yoga, and lymphatic flow movement, aligning my mind, body, and spirit energetically to a state of calm amid the chaos. From this still point, I aim for my work to feel deeper, more genuine, and authentic.

    Photo by Karolina Grabowska on Pexels.com

    Work Week Flow

    I am on an inviting journey that embraces the comforting essence of Sunday softening. For many, including me, Sunday is that cherished interlude before the hustle of the workweek kicks in. It’s a day infused with serenity and anticipation. While meditation and writing ignite my creative spirit, I work full-time as a professional in chemistry and geology. This unique mix allows me to relish my Sundays as the slow day before diving back into a more technical workflow. This path not only enriches my experience but also offers you a touch of softness and warmth as you prepare to face the new week ahead.

    Sunday Softening

    Sunday softening invites you to take a moment to feel your breath and your body, actively noticing tension and where emotions reside in your body, and allowing for a gentle release. As you breathe in deeply, envision the air filling your lungs and nurturing your spirit, while you exhale, let go of the burdens of the week behind you. It serves as a small reminder of who you are beneath the labels, revealing the essence of your true self, which gets overlooked in the busyness of life. In this sacred time, allow yourself to reconnect with your inner being, appreciating the stillness and presence that is always available to you. Recognize that you can return to this mindful space at any moment, embracing the peace and grounding it offers, cultivating a sense of calm that can guide you through the challenges ahead.

    These posts will be shared each Sunday on Instagram, Facebook, and right here. I warmly invite you to share your word in the comments, and together, we can create a safe space to hold those thoughts.

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  16. I am sitting in the sun, letting the warmth settle into me while a slight breeze moves across my skin, carrying the faint clean scent of mint from the plant to my right. The soft, steady hum of traffic drifts past in the background. Today I needed this more than I can easily explain.

    This morning my doctor cancelled her appointment, then changed her mind and said she could make it after all. I had already mentally released the day and reorganised around Thursday, so when the reversal came I found myself more unsettled than the situation probably warranted. Unexpected changes like that disrupt something deeper than just the schedule. My nervous system had already mapped the day a certain way, and a sudden shift, even a minor one, requires a kind of internal recalibration that is genuinely exhausting. I chose Thursday anyway, on my own terms, which helped. The unsettled feeling still took time to pass, which is why I am out here now.

    It has me thinking about something I have been sitting with lately. Reality does not care about our plans, our carefully built illusions, or the stories we tell ourselves to feel safe. There is a particular kind of shock that comes when life closes the gap between what we expected and what actually is, and it does so entirely on its own timeline, not ours.

    I am not convinced the answer is stripping away every layer of protection and standing completely exposed. I think the real work is building enough internal ground to tolerate what is real without being destroyed by it. That process is slower and more painful than avoidance, but there is clarity on the other side that no illusion ever provided. At least, that has been true in my own experience.

    #ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD #DisabilityPride #ChronicIllness #MentalHealth #Neurodivergent #SensoryProcessing #Selfcare #MindfulLiving #RealTalk #SlowLiving #InnerWork #Healing #Authenticity #NDCommunity #BlindLife

  17. I am sitting in the sun, letting the warmth settle into me while a slight breeze moves across my skin, carrying the faint clean scent of mint from the plant to my right. The soft, steady hum of traffic drifts past in the background. Today I needed this more than I can easily explain.

    This morning my doctor cancelled her appointment, then changed her mind and said she could make it after all. I had already mentally released the day and reorganised around Thursday, so when the reversal came I found myself more unsettled than the situation probably warranted. Unexpected changes like that disrupt something deeper than just the schedule. My nervous system had already mapped the day a certain way, and a sudden shift, even a minor one, requires a kind of internal recalibration that is genuinely exhausting. I chose Thursday anyway, on my own terms, which helped. The unsettled feeling still took time to pass, which is why I am out here now.

    It has me thinking about something I have been sitting with lately. Reality does not care about our plans, our carefully built illusions, or the stories we tell ourselves to feel safe. There is a particular kind of shock that comes when life closes the gap between what we expected and what actually is, and it does so entirely on its own timeline, not ours.

    I am not convinced the answer is stripping away every layer of protection and standing completely exposed. I think the real work is building enough internal ground to tolerate what is real without being destroyed by it. That process is slower and more painful than avoidance, but there is clarity on the other side that no illusion ever provided. At least, that has been true in my own experience.

    #ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD #DisabilityPride #ChronicIllness #MentalHealth #Neurodivergent #SensoryProcessing #Selfcare #MindfulLiving #RealTalk #SlowLiving #InnerWork #Healing #Authenticity #NDCommunity #BlindLife

  18. I am sitting in the sun, letting the warmth settle into me while a slight breeze moves across my skin, carrying the faint clean scent of mint from the plant to my right. The soft, steady hum of traffic drifts past in the background. Today I needed this more than I can easily explain.

    This morning my doctor cancelled her appointment, then changed her mind and said she could make it after all. I had already mentally released the day and reorganised around Thursday, so when the reversal came I found myself more unsettled than the situation probably warranted. Unexpected changes like that disrupt something deeper than just the schedule. My nervous system had already mapped the day a certain way, and a sudden shift, even a minor one, requires a kind of internal recalibration that is genuinely exhausting. I chose Thursday anyway, on my own terms, which helped. The unsettled feeling still took time to pass, which is why I am out here now.

    It has me thinking about something I have been sitting with lately. Reality does not care about our plans, our carefully built illusions, or the stories we tell ourselves to feel safe. There is a particular kind of shock that comes when life closes the gap between what we expected and what actually is, and it does so entirely on its own timeline, not ours.

    I am not convinced the answer is stripping away every layer of protection and standing completely exposed. I think the real work is building enough internal ground to tolerate what is real without being destroyed by it. That process is slower and more painful than avoidance, but there is clarity on the other side that no illusion ever provided. At least, that has been true in my own experience.

    #ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD #DisabilityPride #ChronicIllness #MentalHealth #Neurodivergent #SensoryProcessing #Selfcare #MindfulLiving #RealTalk #SlowLiving #InnerWork #Healing #Authenticity #NDCommunity #BlindLife

  19. I am sitting in the sun, letting the warmth settle into me while a slight breeze moves across my skin, carrying the faint clean scent of mint from the plant to my right. The soft, steady hum of traffic drifts past in the background. Today I needed this more than I can easily explain.

    This morning my doctor cancelled her appointment, then changed her mind and said she could make it after all. I had already mentally released the day and reorganised around Thursday, so when the reversal came I found myself more unsettled than the situation probably warranted. Unexpected changes like that disrupt something deeper than just the schedule. My nervous system had already mapped the day a certain way, and a sudden shift, even a minor one, requires a kind of internal recalibration that is genuinely exhausting. I chose Thursday anyway, on my own terms, which helped. The unsettled feeling still took time to pass, which is why I am out here now.

    It has me thinking about something I have been sitting with lately. Reality does not care about our plans, our carefully built illusions, or the stories we tell ourselves to feel safe. There is a particular kind of shock that comes when life closes the gap between what we expected and what actually is, and it does so entirely on its own timeline, not ours.

    I am not convinced the answer is stripping away every layer of protection and standing completely exposed. I think the real work is building enough internal ground to tolerate what is real without being destroyed by it. That process is slower and more painful than avoidance, but there is clarity on the other side that no illusion ever provided. At least, that has been true in my own experience.

    #ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD #DisabilityPride #ChronicIllness #MentalHealth #Neurodivergent #SensoryProcessing #Selfcare #MindfulLiving #RealTalk #SlowLiving #InnerWork #Healing #Authenticity #NDCommunity #BlindLife

  20. I am sitting in the sun, letting the warmth settle into me while a slight breeze moves across my skin, carrying the faint clean scent of mint from the plant to my right. The soft, steady hum of traffic drifts past in the background. Today I needed this more than I can easily explain.

    This morning my doctor cancelled her appointment, then changed her mind and said she could make it after all. I had already mentally released the day and reorganised around Thursday, so when the reversal came I found myself more unsettled than the situation probably warranted. Unexpected changes like that disrupt something deeper than just the schedule. My nervous system had already mapped the day a certain way, and a sudden shift, even a minor one, requires a kind of internal recalibration that is genuinely exhausting. I chose Thursday anyway, on my own terms, which helped. The unsettled feeling still took time to pass, which is why I am out here now.

    It has me thinking about something I have been sitting with lately. Reality does not care about our plans, our carefully built illusions, or the stories we tell ourselves to feel safe. There is a particular kind of shock that comes when life closes the gap between what we expected and what actually is, and it does so entirely on its own timeline, not ours.

    I am not convinced the answer is stripping away every layer of protection and standing completely exposed. I think the real work is building enough internal ground to tolerate what is real without being destroyed by it. That process is slower and more painful than avoidance, but there is clarity on the other side that no illusion ever provided. At least, that has been true in my own experience.

    #ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD #DisabilityPride #ChronicIllness #MentalHealth #Neurodivergent #SensoryProcessing #Selfcare #MindfulLiving #RealTalk #SlowLiving #InnerWork #Healing #Authenticity #NDCommunity #BlindLife

  21. Steps to Cultivate a Mindful, Intentional Life

    The benefits of intentional living are numerous and can significantly improve one’s overall well-being. By slowing down and appreciating the present moment, we reduce stress, increase mindfulness, and improve our relationships with others. Additionally, slow living can lead to greater purpose and fulfillment as we learn to prioritize what truly matters and let go of society’s unnecessary distractions and pressures. Embracing slow living can lead to a happier, healthier, and more meaningful life.

    Slowing Down My Mornings

    I’ve been starting some of my mornings sitting in my backyard, gazing off into the woods

    Listening to the birds, crickets, and other insects is a symphony of nature’s silence in its splendor

    The gentle breeze stirs the leaves on the tree, as sunlight infuses them with a golden light, slowly shifting towards verdant green hues

    I feel the soft breeze on my skin; a hint of coolness, subtleties of spring

    My awareness rests upon delicate spiderwebs that shimmer as the sun catches and reflects minuscule worlds in each droplet of dew

    I hear a hawk, more near now, searching for prey, as it glides silently above

    There is so much promise in the morning light

    Photo by Gabor Gelencser on Pexels.com

    Intentional Living

    Living intentionally is a lifestyle that requires purposeful actions, thoughts, and feelings. It is a conscious effort to make choices that align with your values and goals. When you practice intentional or mindful living, you can significantly reduce stress, increase happiness, and improve relationships. To achieve this balance, you must set clear intentions, develop a holistic daily routine, practice mindfulness, and reflect on your actions and decisions. By doing so, you can create a more meaningful and satisfying life. Intentional living is a powerful tool that can help you attain balance and fulfillment in all aspects of your life.

    Steps to Begin Living an Intentional Life

    1. Define Your Values
      Identify what truly matters to you in life. Consider areas such as family, health, career, and personal growth.
    2. Set Clear Intentions
      Establish specific, meaningful goals that align with your core values. Write them down to solidify your commitment.
    3. Prioritize Your Time
      Focus on activities that support your intentions. Create a schedule that dedicates time to these priority tasks while eliminating distractions.
    4. Practice Mindfulness
      Incorporate mindfulness techniques such as meditation, deep breathing, or journaling into your daily routine to enhance self-awareness.
    5. Reflect Regularly
      Take time each week to reflect on your actions and decisions. Assess whether they align with your intentions and values, and make necessary adjustments.
    6. Cultivate Gratitude
      Maintain a gratitude journal where you acknowledge positive aspects of your life. This practice helps you stay motivated and engaged.
    7. Embrace Flexibility
      Understand that living intentionally is a journey. Be open to adapting your goals and routines as needed to stay aligned with your evolving self.
    8. Seek Support
      Surround yourself with like-minded individuals who inspire and encourage your intentional living journey. Engage in communities that share your values.

    By following these steps, you can start to live a more purposeful and fulfilling life.

    Personal Experience

    I have been practicing intentional living on and off for decades; however, it is in the last 4.5 years that this practice has truly become an integral part of my daily life. The major shift that prompted this transformation occurred when I made the life-changing decision to stop drinking. Since then, I have embraced a way of being that is both deliberate yet yielding, allowing me to navigate life with a newfound sense of flexibility. There has been a softening in my approach to life that I’ve come to cherish deeply. I am more centered in my values, having gained a clearer understanding of the importance of setting healthy boundaries while also being open to new experiences. This has fostered a more lighthearted attitude, enabling me to fully live in the moment without the weight of past habits. I find renewed joy in the little things and an appreciation for the journey rather than just the destination.

    Embracing Intentionality

    I tend to reevaluate my values and intentions seasonally. The natural shift blends seamlessly with how I need to view life as an ever-changing flow of experiences and lessons. This past season, I carefully examined the time I spent on various tasks and habits throughout the day. How much time I was spending on my phone was disquieting, as it became a barrier to deeper interactions and meaningful activities.

    A shift towards intentionality was required to regain focus on what truly matters. I decided to read more instead of scrolling or playing mindless games on the phone. To accomplish this, I installed the app Opal on my phone, which allows me to limit the time I spend on the phone or certain apps, transforming my relationship with technology. I went from an average of 7 hours a day on the phone down to 3.3 hours a day on average, gaining back years of my life. Now I have reclaimed time for hobbies, self-improvement, and spending quality moments with loved ones.

    Naturalness

    These small shifts can have a significant impact over time. When we practice intentional living, we align with our true nature. We begin to remember that we are a part of the Earth and her cycles, and we learn to flow with the pace of nature: patience.

    What small steps can you take to move towards a more deliberate life, one open to experience, yet focused by healthy boundaries?

    Meditation for Slowing Down

    Try a delightful Morning Meditation. It cultivates a sense of calm and tranquility, helping you to gently ease into your day.

    Additionally, if you wish to delve deeper into your meditation journey, you might find the Body Scan Meditation incredibly helpful for harmonizing your mind, body, and spirit. I hope this guides you toward peace and mindfulness throughout your day!

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  22. One Tuesday morning I practiced with no mirror, no phone, no one expected. The body just moved.

    I didn't know I was still carrying it until it was gone.

    When did your practice stop being something you performed?

    #yoga #presence #slowliving
    #yogalife #mindfulness #authenticpractice
    #embodiedpractice #spiritualgrowth #yogajourney

  23. After a long practice, I make tortilla española. Potatoes and eggs. That's the whole ritual.

    The practice is smaller now, more honest. That feels right.

    What does practice look like when it stops performing?

    #yoga #selfcare #yogajourney
    #yogalife #slowliving #mindfulliving
    #embodiedpractice #authenticpractice #spirituality

  24. Presence

    Wouldn’t it be nice…
    To arrive with something
    Made by hand
    A page where colors once
    Listened to your breath …
    A small painting carrying a piece of your day
    Not bought, but felt, and gently given …

    Wouldn’t it be nice…
    To gift a folded note, written slowly
    With words that sat beside
    Your heart for a while
    Ink becoming warmth in
    Someone else’s hands
    A letter that lingers longer
    Than any object …

    Wouldn’t it be nice…
    To bring a pressed flower
    From a walk you loved
    Held between pages like a
    Secret of the earth
    A moment of stillness
    Wrapped in paper
    A memory, passed from you to them …

    Wouldn’t it be nice…
    To offer a jar filled with tiny intentions
    Little lines of hope, of courage, of light
    So on heavy days, they can open one
    And find you there, in a sentence …

    Wouldn’t it be nice…
    If our gifts carried pieces of our presence
    Instead f things that fade
    Without a story
    A drawing, a word, a fragment of soul
    Simple, and somehow, enough …

    #roksanatales

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    Wouldn’t it be nice?
    Tell me!

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  25. Hola, soy nuevo en #mastodon y en el #fediverso

    VEB es un pequeño negocio en BCN, que busca ofrecer productos y servicios pensados para quienes buscan una vida ética, saludable y sostenible. Una propuesta que acompaña a personas que quieren consumir con intención y vivir en coherencia con sus valores.

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  26. Want To Live Without Money? 🏞️

    Accommodation + Food for volunteering in community = Free Living !

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    If you want to find more communities you can contact us for help.☮️

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