anxiety

Free "Shelter In Place" Coaching Sessions until the end of May

Many of us are finding ourselves suddenly faced with the prospect of spending many hours at home. In the context of our busy, modern lives the idea of confinement seems daunting, almost unnatural. In addition, because these restrictions came so fast and without warning, we are not quite prepared: we are inclined to feel restless, anxious, overwhelmed or glued to the never ending news cycle or social media feed. I've been thinking about ways I can help and I realized the best gift I can give you is a free coaching session to help you reconnect with a sense of calm and agency in your life while we are all sheltering in place.

I will be offering free online coaching sessions via Zoom for the next three weeks to whomever needs support in these trying times.

More information and to reserve your spot with this link.

Be well, Anne-Marie

PS: In addition, and in case you missed it, here is a link to my last newsletter where I shared resources about managing anxiety.

Anxiety and “Milk Maids Blooming With Hound's Tongues Peeking Out"

Anxiety and “Milk Maids Blooming With Hound's Tongues Peeking Out"

We had our first seasonal contemplative walk in the hills of Portola Valley in February. It was a gorgeous day on the land of the Puichon Ohlone: with clear skies and perfect temperatures for a walk in the woods, we were treated to a never-ending symphony of busy and loud woodpeckers, to a mating dance by young happy juncos and to a deep, warm and intimate conversation between two bullfrogs. Inspired by the ancient Japanese calendar of 72 micro (ko) seasons and 24 small (seki) seasons, a participant titled our first walk: “Milk Maids blooming with Hound's Tongues beginning to peek out”. It’s amazing what one starts seeing, hearing and sensing when in stillness and silence even for just a few hours!