Never underestimate the power of a hug....

Never underestimate the power of a hug….

This week was challenging. It was emotionally and financially challenging. As I saw things fall apart, I turned to my coping skills. BUT tapping, meditating, writing, reading, even napping where not taking the edge off. Forever optimistic, I kept trying to “get through it gracefully”.

I didn’t fail but I didn’t succeed either. I eventually fell apart. I was carrying so much stress and anxiety in…

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A hug can be a game changer. never underestimate the power of a hug. New blog post @ www.thegracefulphoenix.com #blogger #blog #bloggersofinstagram #thegracefulphoenix #livelovelaugh #survivor #hugscanhelp #touch #grace #gracefulphoenix #givingitmybestshot #bepresent #happinessquotes #iwillsurvive #be #itsnevertoolate #keepgoing #justkeepswimming #bloggerwannabe #humanconnection #connection #foodforthesoul https://www.instagram.com/p/ByNjuT8HJdD/?igshid=av7mrssyp87b

All of us have challenges. Some days, weeks, years are better than others. If you breath, take one step at a time and keep going you will get through any difficult time. Last week was very challenging but I have faith that if I just keep going, things will get better and better. #havefaith #keepgoing #dontgiveup #inspirationalquotes #instagramblogger #blog #theclimbisworthit #positivevibes #gracefulphoenix #survivor #livelovelaugh #gratitude #gratitudequotes #positivethoughts #happinessquotes #whenthingsgowrong #thingswillgoright #bepresent #iwillsurvive #givingitmybestshot https://www.instagram.com/p/ByNZtL-H1Rl/?igshid=65wqcxmxdm4a

Becoming present. We spend so much time dwelling in the past and dreaming of the future that we miss what is right in front of us. Take time to enjoy the sunshine on your face, the smell of Spring in the air or the countless other blessings around you. You may be surprised at just how lucky you truly are...❤️Latest blog post www.thegracefulphoenix.com #becomingpresent #blogger #idontknowhowtodoitbutimgonnatodoitanyway #liveinthenow #graceful #phoenixrising #bloggersofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/BxiKV24nrKn/?igshid=p9dij0fqg3xk

Becoming Present

I spend most of my life vacillating between what happened in the past and what could happen in the future. Coincidentally, I very rarely to I find myself living in the present moment. And to be honest, I’m having a hard time finding the present moment …most of the time. The “present” is over shadowed by work obligations, child rearing obligations and a never needing to do list. It’s not only…

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I love the “F” word. I try to use it and practice it every day. Forgiveness is huge component of my awakening. I am proud of my ability to empathize and forgive. New blog talks about my favorite technique to forgive. Let me know how you practice forgiveness! Blog at www.thegracefulphoenix.com (link in bio) #blogger #bloggerwannabe #thegracefulphoenix #yoga #lightanddarkness #asana #anger #negativitynotneeded #hooponopono #forgivenessheals #forgivenessisselfish #gratitude #yogiwannabe #yogagirl #yogainspired https://www.instagram.com/p/BpqVihpAF9_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=u7b6g1eh4ohi

The “F” word.

How do you say the “F” word? Do you practice using it everyday? Is it something you enjoy? Time to get your mind out of the gutter… the “F” word I am referring to is forgiveness. Forgiveness is an intimidating thought for some people and nearly impossible for others. But there are the few folks out there that have figured out it has real power. In my opinion, forgiveness is the most powerful gift…

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Wherever you go, there you are.

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Wherever you go, there you are. New blog post (link in bio) #beyourself #youneverleftyou #bloggerwannabe #yogiwannabe #thegracefulphoenix #yoga #lightanddarkness #asanarebel #asana https://www.instagram.com/p/BpPObFeguIe/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=id8ntwamvh4s

“Wherever you go, there you are”

“Wherever you go, there you are”

I spent the evening with a friend from college the other night. We hadn’t seen each other in some time and through the years only spoken briefly. For the last 20 years, our lives had taken us in very different directions. But last year he moved to Austin for work and we have been trying to hang out here and there.

I was 19 when we first met and I instantly considered him a friend. He and I spent…

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Pain can teach us so many valuable things. It taught me about who I am and how to heal. New blog post! Link in bio #recovery #yoga #yogalifestyle #bloggerwannabe #yogiwannabe #asana #selfdiscovery #thegracefulphoenix #painteachesusall #pain #whateverdoesntkillyoumakesyoustronger https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo2PpJsld2i/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1xkq1860f1yj4

Pain teaches us who we are and what we can become.

Pain teaches us who we are and what we can become.

I have been taking a break from yoga. Not out of dislike or laziness but because I had surgery last Friday to correct my deviated septum. Not fun! The recovery has not been as easy as I would have liked. Today, I have turned the corner and I am beginning to feel more and more like myself again.

I have about another week before I can go back into yoga mode and I am very excited about that. I have…

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Living in grace is easier said then done. There are so many challenges in life. When you are transforming into a Phoenix can it be done gracefully? New blog post. Link in bio. Have a blessed day phoenixes! #thegracefulphoenix #yoga #yogiwannabe #asana #asanarebel #blogger #bloggerwannabe #graceisastateofmind #livingingrace #lightanddarkness #phoenix https://www.instagram.com/p/BoZMIiWlE1X/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=17e3be4chts8s

Living in grace

Grace. What is grace? Being raised Catholic I always believed that grace was the gift of God’s favor, a divine gift. But as I grow spiritually, I have found that grace is not only a “gift” but also a way of living. Living in grace is more than being blessed, it is acknowledging the blessings and living through them.

I am blessed. Blessed with health, success, and love. I am blessed with healthy…

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