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Optimize the Monkey Mind: Gemini

Have you ever come up with to-do lists in bed? Many of us have hung out unwillingly with the Monkey Mind, the Buddhist term for unsettled, restless inner chatter. Often we just want to plan ahead or figure something out so we can proceed. Somehow overwhelm sails in as if the monkeys multiplied. How can…
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Sanity during Uncertainty: Taurus

“Adopt the pace of nature, her secret is patience.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson Ruled by Venus, the planet of relating, love, earning, and attraction, Taurus represents our material possessions, money, food, body, sensual pleasures, and physical security. The sun moves into this earth sign on April 19. After the initiating fire of Aries, nature is…
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Career Decision, Values: Aries

Happy spring! I hope you are well with all that is going on in our world. I re-emerge with love and insight for you. In February, I left a post as a senior career advisor in a healthcare university. The pandemic propelled me to act on my heart’s desire. I love learning new things to…
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Whole-Person Career Success

Dear friends~ Some of you hadn’t heard from me for a while, then got that happy announcement on my eBook and online course. Oops for the jolt if you felt it. Your presence means a lot. I’m clear on my mission now. No more long gaps because of other commitments. Connect2Self (C2S) feeds my soul.…
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Happy 2019!

Ever have moments when you have a lot to say, but nothing to say when there’s an opportunity? Yes, here! I wanted to stay current on Connect2Self, but I didn’t have takeaways to share. Until now. I’ve moved 2 states, excelled at 2 jobs, and been tending to a most treasured relationship. I hope this…
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GF Watercress Cilantro Tahini Ramen

It is winter and soup is on. I grew up with soup from my mother’s kitchen and vendor stands in Asia. The warm, flavorful liquid sends comfort to the belly, and the noodles give it substance. Here’s the secret that I recalled from the street vendors: drop an egg into the boiling water for poached,…
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