sail away, sail away, sail away
I am drawn to others with similar stories, like Cole Brauer, the first American woman to complete the Global Solo Sailing Challenge. As the youngest competitor, she finished second
Misogi/It’s not possible until…
Misogi, made more popular today by Sara Blakely's (Founder of SPANX) husband, Jesse Itzler, is a powerful reminder that we can do hard things. My approach to them is adaptable - s
To be a buffalo, cow or human
According to popular lore, cows react to approaching storms with fear, attempting to flee. However, their lack of speed inevitably results in the storm catching up, prolonging thei
When Mother Nature offers a gift
This week, following our first substantial snowfall in two years, stepping outside unveiled a serene soundscape of birdsong punctuated by the distant hum of a snowplow. Fresh snow
THE NIGHT SKY – FRIDAY’S PAUSE BREATHE REFLECT MEDITATION
One of my favorite things to do is look up at the night's sky. It's so peaceful and help make my big worries a little smaller. Take a moment to outside and look up. You'll be amazi
THE THINGS WE DON’T TALK ABOUT WITH DONN KING
In this heartwarming episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, Michael welcomes Donn King, a speaker, writer, and educator who shares his profound insights into the power of storytelling, c
Questions About Meditation – Friday’s Pause Breathe Reflect Moment
This week, I answer some of your meditation questions. I remember when I started, I didn't know what I was doing and thought I had to do it a certain way, which wasn't the case. I
The 7 Pillars of Health with Dr. Melissa Sundermann, DO
In this week's episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, we dive deep into the realms of health, mindfulness, and the power of nature with Dr. Melissa Sundermann, DO. A wife, mom, proud Uni
Do you have to shoot that second arrow?
This classic Buddhist parable on the relationship between pain (first arrow) and suffering (second arrow) is foundational to my recovery story.My medica
20 Life Lessons Plus One | Celebrating 20 Years Since My Last Bad Day
At this hour, twenty years ago, everything shifted for me. Our corporate off-site agenda had us scheduled for a quintessential New Mexican sunrise hot-air balloon ride, but The Uni
