I'm excited to share this special interview with author Roslyn Cohn as part of her blog tour with WOW! Women on Writing. Thank you for sharing your thoughts today, Roslyn. In your book, you share a deeply personal journey intertwined with messag...

Midlife can be a time of significant change – careers shift, relationships evolve, and our bodies experience new phases. For many women, this can trigger feelings of anxiety and depression. But change doesn't have to be overwhelming. By learning to e...

“Growth is painful. Change is painful. But nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don’t belong.”Mandy HaleRecognizing you’re stuck can be one of the most difficult things to do because it’s a sign that you need help. Many people see nee...

Our heart often knows we need a change long before our mind does. Some changes are unexpected, seemingly coming out of nowhere, but there are also times when the need for change comes slowly over time. Both versions of change are powerful, but they l...

Everything changes whether we like it or not. John C. Maxwell said, "Change is inevitable. Growth is optional." Why not make the best of it? Change is a fundamental part of life. Nothing truly stays the same, whether we like it or not. Many time...

Take a look at your calendar. Is it a chaotic blur, leaving you gasping for air at the end of each day? Or maybe it's more like a neatly organized spreadsheet, packed to the brim, leaving zero room for...well, you. We get it! Time feels like it's e...

They don't call it "mindfulness practice" for nothing. This stuff takes work, sometimes a whole lot of it. And hey, we've all been there. I'm sure you've had one of those days when finding your zen feels like a lost cause. But guess what? You're not...

We toss around terms like "sleep hygiene" and "quality sleep" so easily, but let's be real: sleep is the secret weapon none of us are using to our full advantage. It's like that magic potion in a dusty corner of your basement – potent, life-altering,...

Exercise is something you might not immediately associate with mindfulness, particularly in ways to help you be more mindful. But the mind and body are intimately connected. What affects one affects the other. This makes exercise a great way to impro...

I have had respiratory issues for as long as I can remember. As a kid I was constantly getting bronchitis and pneumonia. Well into my adult life, I was diagnosed with cough variant asthma, which basically means I have coughing fits instead of wheezin...

Did you know that if you’re having trouble being mindful it could have something to do with your self-image. Do you accept yourself for who you are? Fully and unconditionally accept yourself? Before you dismiss the question as nonsense, think ab...

I've been using the Balance meditation app more and more lately. I highly recommend it, but there are plenty of other ways you can meditate for free! Mental exercises work just like physical ones do. You create mental “muscles” that help you complete...

I've been reading tarot and oracle cards for a few years now, but lately I've wanted to get better at understanding the meanings of the cards without having to open the guidebook that comes with the cards. I have so many decks, but I often jump aroun...

Embarking on the journey of self-discovery is akin to setting sail on a vast ocean of possibilities. It is atransformative expedition that delves deep into the realms of personal development and energy work,guiding individuals toward a profound under...

Here at Freeing the Butterfly we love oracle cards! Read last month’s post for an introduction to oracle cards and how you can use them. When you first start using oracle cards, it can be a bit daunting. Are you doing it right? Are you getting the ri...