Willfully Living

What's on the chopping block?! -

What's on the chopping block?! According to the Chinese zodiac, earlier this month we celebrated the Lunar New Year and entered the Year of the Fire Horse! 🔥🐎

From the Snake to the Horse! 🐍 ➡️ 🐎 -

From the Snake to the Horse! 🐍 ➡️ 🐎 I recently discovered that according to the Chinese zodiac we’re moving from the Year of the Snake (2025) into the Year of the Horse (officially arriving in February of 2026).

The Power of Play! -

The Power of Play! I know—during these dark times of social and political unrest, that might sound tone-deaf. But hear me out: sometimes the wisest response to heaviness is its opposite. For me, levity arrives through play. So I’ve been seeking it, and helping others find it, too.

You've been waiting for this email... -

You've been waiting for this email... Lately I’ve been supporting many clients who are navigating the in-between time- that space between having a desire and receiving it. I’ve spent a lot of time there myself too.

The Dance of Faith and Doubt -

The Dance of Faith and Doubt In my recent Queerly Beloved podcast interview with Wicked author Gregory Maguire, we started exploring the dynamics of faith and doubt. In that conversation, and in the exploration that followed, I’ve started to redefine my relationship with doubt.

The Self-Love Loop! 💞 -

The Self-Love Loop! 💞 I imagine the giver of this love is my soul, the part of me that is stable, secure, and always thriving. The part that sees every life experience (even the challenging ones) as gifts of sacred material for my expansion. It holds a steady presence of groundedness, acceptance, and peace, no matter wha...

The Sacred Technology of Connection -

The Sacred Technology of Connection We long for the harmony that emerges when we experience deep connection in our relationships with others, our communities, nature, Spirit, and even our inner selves. We seek that serene place of presence, wholeness and belonging.

Check out the new Awakened Hearts testimonial vid!
Next retreats are at Easton Mountain: 11/7/24 - 11/10/24
And in Southern California: 1/23/25 - 1/26/25

Awakened Hearts Retreat Testimonials Awakened Hearts is a retreat for GBTQ men to connect with their hearts and cultivate more self love, deepen their connection with others, and express more of...

Celebrations and Summer! 🌞 -

Celebrations and Summer! 🌞 As summer approaches, I’m definitely feeling those “graduation approaching / school’s out for summer” vibes! This seasonal change brings with it some proud moments of completion, and exciting plans to share. :)

I'm looking forward to serving on the panel for an event hosted by ICF San Diego tonight. Building a coaching practice does have peaks and valleys, indeed.