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#MondayMantra I Am Not Giving Up!

August 22, 2016 - By The Blessings Butterfly

No life is immune to facing tough experiences and hard days. It’s the stuff that strips away our bullshit and allows us to refocus on what truly matters: Love. Kindness. Caring. Strength of Character. Honesty. Compassion. Trust. It’s okay to acknowledge that some days are harder than others, and if you are having a particularly hard day it’s okay to be gentle with yourself. Whatever hard things you are facing today, my friend, please don’t give up. Reassess, yes. Regroup, yes. Relax & Recharge, yes! But never, ever give up on yourself. Reach out and know that your tribe is…

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How I Became The Blessings Butterfly, Part 1: Do What You Gotta Do

July 27, 2016 - By The Blessings Butterfly

Permission Slip – Do What You Gotta Do “Do what you gotta do!” Grammar aside, this simple phrase has taken me through more rough places throughout my life than I care to count. It has been both humbling and empowering; it has seen tears upon tears, and it has felt true grit. Most of all, it has been my permission slip to myself to do whatever I needed to do in each situation whenever I’ve called on it. It has given me permission to be my own superhero and to push through horrible anxiety, depression and quite literally, fear for…

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June 2, 2016 - By The Blessings Butterfly

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Friday Faves: Michael Powell Photography

May 20, 2016 - By The Blessings Butterfly

I’m always amazed by the incredibly gifted people in my world. Today I want to give a shout out to multi-talented photographer, musician and dear friend, Michael Powell. Holla! Michael and I became friends years ago when he was playing guitar in a mutual friend’s band (more on Josie and her current band Eye the Realist another day). We bonded over LOST, a.k.a. one of the best TV series ever. I bawled my eyes out on his couch during the Series Finale. Oh, and it was a party so there were quite a few people there watching me totally meltdown……

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It’s NOT Too Late! Start Your 10 Day Free Trial Membership to The Cocoon

April 4, 2016 - By The Blessings Butterfly

I opened The Cocoon – Empowered Transformation last week on Wednesday, and the people in the group are already enjoying the first steps on their journey to improved health – mentally, physically, and spiritually. It’s a small, active, engaged group who are looking for gentle, simple workouts, easy, healthy recipes, and lots of love and encouragement along the way. I would LOVE for you to join us! If you decide to join today, you can have a FREE 10-day trial membership. If you like it, you will automatically be registered as an Annual Member (just $120 per year!). And, if…

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Emotional Eating & Your Inner Superhero

March 24, 2016 - By The Blessings Butterfly

Friends, emotional eating (from feeling fearful, sad, angry, or whatever overwhelming thing we are feeling) is something that can be managed and overcome when we learn how to access the tools we need. It definitely takes practice and lots of support to “retrain our brain” but it is TOTALLY doable! I’ve been actively at work on my own emotional issues and how I can respond to stress differently than I did for so many years. It’s a powerful process, not always easy- but the healing that has taken place and the strategies I’ve gained are worth the effort. I’ve learned…

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January 28, 2016 - By The Blessings Butterfly

I was just updating my About section over on my personal FB page and noticed a new (?) feature called Intro. I actually have no idea how long that has been there. A week? 3 months? 20 minutes? But I digress… Anyway, I was suddenly struck by the way I was labeling myself and realized, Aha! I really do get to say whatever I want to about myself! YES! I define myself to the world, not the other way around. Here’s some of the (awesome!) labels I’ve chosen for myself: Just a little ray of sunshine! Occasional showers with a…

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#MondayMantra – I Am Strong

January 18, 2016 - By The Blessings Butterfly

Dig deep and honor the amazing strength within you! Photo credit: Michael Powell Photography

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Where is Your Strength?

October 21, 2015 - By The Blessings Butterfly

People often ask me how I “stay so strong” during the challenging times in my life. For those I’ve shared my story with (or even just some of the grisly parts), they are amazed at my strength and positive attitude. I love hearing that! What kills me though is when the conversation turns to their own strength and I hear something like this: “I’m not that strong,” or “I could never do that.” Yes, you are that strong. Yes, you can do that- and more! In the Get Through Shit Department, I’m literally no stronger or weaker than anyone else.…

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#MondayMantra: I am Strong

October 19, 2015 - By The Blessings Butterfly

“I am Strong. Each and Every Experience has made me a little bit stronger.” ~The Blessings Butterfly This #MondayMantra Flashback includes an awesome photo, a terrible font (yes that is PAPYRUS. I am sorry!), and a powerful reminder of where I am and where I came from. This one was first published back in October 2015, and a timely nod to strength within. Gorgeous photo courtesy of Michael Powell Photography

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