by Susan | Apr 23, 2021 | Resilience
When I arrived for a visit with my three-year old grandson, Birch, he was stamping his feet, hiding in the corner and whining that today is “the worst day of my life.” I get it. Bad moments can quickly become bad days. And it all happens when our thoughts and emotions...
by Susan | Mar 22, 2021 | Courage, Greater Good
I Didn't See It Coming https://www.living-upward.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Embracing-our-Creative-Selves.m4a It was two years ago this month that I started in earnest to write my first book, After Rain. It’s funny that I referred to it as “my first book”...
by Susan | Jan 12, 2021 | Presence, Resilience
Be still and notice the thought in your head. Yes, that one. It usually begins with “I can’t,” “he shouldn’t,” “the world is a mess.” Now hold onto it before the next thought rushes in. Be curious. What does it say about...
by Susan | Dec 1, 2020 | Community, Gratitude
It’s chilly outside, but no problem. I’m in need of a walk in the woods so I bundle up and head out to the edge of our property where I join a trail that takes me on my journey. Ah, but now I have to decide: will I take a brisk cardio walk to my destination or a slow...
by Susan | Oct 20, 2020 | Courage, Presence
Living Upward at the Rodeo https://www.living-upward.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Courage-and-Vulnerability.m4a As a photographer living in Santa Fe, I was intrigued by the cowboy persona. I would wrangle my way behind the scenes at the annual rodeo to capture their...
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