A time of renewal and abundance, love and expansion Litha is a celebration of the summer solstice. The sun has been growing slowly since the winter solstice. The days have been getting longer. The sun completes its cycle of growth and reaches its peak on the summer solstice. The word…

The weather is warm, signs of life have returned to the Earth, and it’s time to celebrate Spring blossoms are in full bloom, the fresh smell of grass fills the air and the days are warmer and longer. The natural world is bursting with energy and growth. …

Infuse your mind, body and spirit with vibrant light and joyful spring energy Nature is awake. The crocuses and tulips are bursting through the soil. The sun is gaining strength. The days are becoming warmer and longer. Ostara is the celebration of the spring equinox. The moment when light overcomes…

And build resilience in tough times — Are you stressed and anxious because of current events? Are you feeling overwhelmed and helpless about the state of the world? Have your personal plans become undone and your hopes and aspirations thrown into disarray? We have all been under a lot of stress for the last couple of years…

Retrain your brain to see the good — As humans, we tend to dwell more on the negative than the positive. We focus on negative experiences even when they are trivial. We remember our failures more vividly than our achievements. An insult or criticism can hijack our minds for days. This is known as the negativity bias. It…

Spread the joy! — We all possess a powerful tool to make us happier and healthier. And help us in our professional and personal lives. Our smile! Smiling can make us appear more likeable and more courteous. It can make us feel more confident, boost our mood and live longer. A smile is universally…

It’s what makes us human — Reciprocity is the essence of what makes us human. It is a mutually beneficial social exchange, driven by the gratitude felt for the kindness of others. Strongly entrenched in society, reciprocity has been vital to our survival as a species. There is both beauty and power in reciprocity. Human nature Confucius, the…

Cleanse your home and heart space ready for the year ahead — Nature is waking from her long winter slumber. The first spring flowers are peeking through the soil. Lighter days are returning and there are whispers of warmer months ahead. In honour of the coming seasonal change, many celebrate the ancient festival of Imbolc. It marks the midpoint between the winter…

How a simple daily practice is transforming my life — Apart from the occasional half-hearted pledge, usually broken within hours, I rarely take part in the tradition of making New Year’s resolutions. This year I am resolving to continue with the gratitude practice that has changed my life. My story was one of angst, anxiety, and struggle. I felt exhausted…