Strokaversary

I Survived. Then I Rewired. And Now, I Thrive. In 2015, I had a stroke. It hit the left side of my brain , the side responsible for language, logic, reasoning, numbers, planning, sequencing, and executive functioning. In an instant, the entire right side of my body went silent. I lost my rhythm, my words,Continue reading “Strokaversary”

“The Motherhood Manual Never Came But We Wrote It Anyway”

By Jewel Quackenbush Twenty-seven years ago, I became a mother. I didn’t know it then, but in that single, holy moment, my heart permanently relocated to someone else’s body. I was young, ambitious, unsure. I was still trying to figure out how to care for myself let alone a whole new life that would oneContinue reading ““The Motherhood Manual Never Came But We Wrote It Anyway””

How to Mentally and Emotionally Prepare for a New Season

Spring Reset Winter can slow us down—sometimes in good ways, sometimes in ways that leave us feeling stuck. But spring invites motion. It’s a season of renewal, fresh energy, and forward momentum. You’re not alone if you’ve felt sluggish, unmotivated, or not yourself. But here’s the good news: You don’t have to wait for motivationContinue reading “How to Mentally and Emotionally Prepare for a New Season”

NEW YEARS ZEN

Zen Instructions for NYE As the final hours of 2024 tick away, let’s pause momentarily. The world may be buzzing with excitement and celebration, but tonight, I invite you to find a pocket of stillness, a moment just for you. New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to be all about countdowns and confetti. It can beContinue reading “NEW YEARS ZEN”