For much of the world, the month of February is associated with Valentine's Day. A day to acknowledge those we love around us with flowers, candy and other gifts of affection.  But in the pursuit of mindful awareness, we understand that we must love ourselves before we can truly express our love for others.  Otherwise, our preferences, expectations and motives create detours and distractions from our efforts and we find ourselves looking outside for answers, affection and love rather then...

When I sat down to write for the February Day of Consciousness, I reflected on how we tend to start the new year with all sorts of plans and expectations; from working out more often or at all, to  creating a new routine or program to improve on ourselves. But, it's all been said before. Advice on how to begin new routines or habits, how to start a new hobby or how to stop an old behavior. How to be more productive and how to be a better person.  Now, here we are; the beginning of February...

As we step into a new year, we are invited you to pause, to look back with gratitude, to let go of what no longer serves us, and to open ourselves to what is waiting to be born. In numerology, 2026 is considered a Year 1, a year of beginnings and renewal. It marks the start of a new cycle, a moment to plant fresh intentions, to choose new directions, and to move forward with clarity and purpose.  A Year 1 reminds us that every journey begins with a single step, and that even small beginnings...