The idea of the “gut-brain connection” has been trending lately, and for good reason. The gut-brain connection is a term used to describe the neural communication network from our stomachs to our brains. Sounds wild, right? Recent studies show that … Read More
Living in Service: The Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteering can be defined as participating in any activity that benefits a person, group, or cause. It’s all about offering your time and effort in the selfless service of others. Volunteering your time for a cause or person that you … Read More
Simple Practices for Cultivating Gratitude
Gratitude is one of the most important attitudes you can cultivate. Quite simply, gratitude involves a sense of thankfulness and appreciation for what we have and the world around us. Studies show that when we cultivate gratitude regularly, we experience … Read More
The End of Summer: A Meditation
The summer is coming to an end. While August is often one of the hottest and sunniest months here in Oregon, it also signals the end of the summer season. The summer season is a time when we’re energized by … Read More
Boost Your Mood With These Oregon Foods This Summer
There’s nothing like summer in Oregon and the end of summer and beginning of fall offer some of the most abundant foods, many of them locally grown. From berries to melons to cabbage, Oregon’s late summer crops are vibrant and … Read More
Living One Day at a Time
We hear this expression often. In fact, it’s become somewhat of a catchphrase: “Live one day at a time” or “living in the moment” or even “live every day as if it were your last.” While this is valuable advice, … Read More
Connecting to the Universe: A Meditation
Meditation can connect us to a world bigger than ourselves, and even our lives on earth. When we realize that our bodies and minds are a microcosm of the universe, we begin to feel more at peace and connected. The … Read More
Discovering Your Life Purpose
How do we discover our purpose in life? Life purpose can be defined as the reason we get out of bed in the morning or the big “why.” Sounds intense, right? Having a sense of your life purpose is important … Read More
Sunrise/Sunset Meditations
Each day, the sun rises and offers us light and vitality. In the evening, the sun sets below the horizon and night falls. We are so accustomed to this daily happening that we tend to forget the majesty of the … Read More
Grounding: Techniques for Connecting to the Earth this Summer
Grounding regulates our nervous system and mindfully connects us to the present moment. So, what is grounding and how can we use it to connect to the earth this summer? Grounding is also known as “earthing” which simply means connecting … Read More