What if healing isn’t something you have to figure out, but something you already feel?

Listen in for a reflection on scent, intuition, and trusting what brings you back to yourself.

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A year ago today, I walked out of an ER when they told me to stay.

Not because I had a plan… but because something in me said NO.

This past year? Messy. Expansive. Painful. Beautiful.

If you’ve ever questioned your own inner voice… this one’s for you.

Referenced material:

What Nobody Tells You About Caring for Aging Parents. (If you're not already a subscriber, I found a 30 day free trial for you too... FREE TRIAL TO MARIA'S SUNDAY PAPER +)

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Anger isn’t rage - it’s information. In this first episode of a four-part series, we explore healthy anger in caregiving and why suppressing it may be fueling burnout. Take the Anger & Archetype Survey and be part of next week’s conversation!

Take the Caregiving Archetype Quiz »HERE«

Take the Anger & Archetypes Survey »HERE«

And if you dare… here’s the link to the super gross Train Spotting reference… »HERE«

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It’s thirty Degrees and I have no emotional support fleece.

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A gentle reflection on birthday traditions, candle magic, and why being witnessed matters more than cake. Plus: Carvel ice cream cake nostalgia and a surprising carrot cake confession. 🎧🧡

For cake statistics and other birthday cake folly you can check out this Tastewise blog, the Ultimate Guide to Birthday cakes blog, or Food and Wine’s take on birthday cake history

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A reflective midweek pause exploring grounding, caregiving, grief, and the quiet clarity that comes when we stop fighting ourselves and simply decide. Listen in.

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Cheez-Its, cheap wine, and the art of deciding to stop hustling.

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Ever eaten shrimp tails because you didn’t know any better? 🦐This story will make you laugh — and remind you that caregiving (and life) is all about learning as you go and finding the people who can help you along the way. Listen or read the full story, and catch up on past issues anytime.

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When life gets weird… from car donation drama to caregiving scavenger hunts and one wildly inappropriate massage inquiry - the Beaver Moon had something to say about it. This week I share what happened when I almost skipped a full moon cacao ceremony and how the oracle cards reminded me to breathe out, watch, and wait.

There’s still time to sign up for the Stop The Spiral mini-course (special pricing has been extended).

Visit https://www.bodyandsoulevents.love/offerings to learn more about Julietta’s offerings.

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When LifeGift asked me to write about Jerry, I froze. This week’s story is about the love, laughter, and lessons behind finding the right words when it’s not your story to tell. ❤️

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Resources from this episode:

Back to Basic’s Mini Course

LifeGift’s Feel Good Friday Newsletter Featuring Erin & Jerry

LifeGift’s Facebook Page

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