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The Story of The Lotus Pond
From the quiet collapse of motherhood and uncertainty, a sacred space was born. the lotus pond began as a return to self — and became a meditation coaching practice for those moving through their own muddy seasons. This is the story of how it all began.
Jessica’s Journey: 40 Years of Self-Discovery
Turning 40 is a milestone—and for me, it’s a celebration of authenticity, beauty, and self-discovery. In this personal reflection, I share what it means to embrace aging with pride, let go of societal pressures, and create a meaningful, alcohol-free birthday surrounded by love, connection, and the people who matter most. This story is about friendship, family, and the quiet joy of becoming more fully myself.
My Unexpected Positive Closure: Finding Peace in the Unfinished
Sometimes closure doesn’t come with grand gestures or perfect words. In this piece, I share a moment of unexpected healing that arrived quietly — but meaningfully. A reminder that when we tend to our own inner growth, life has a way of offering the closure we didn’t know we needed.
On Being a Student-Mother, or Simply a Woman
Motherhood and academia don’t often share the same rhythm. In this reflection, I write about the stretch and strength it took to be both a student and a mother—and how, in learning to care for my child, I also learned to care for myself. This is a story of growth, grit, and grace.
Motherhood - My Spiritual Awakening
There’s a sacred transformation that happens in motherhood — one no one prepares you for. In this piece, I reflect on the concept of spiritual matrescence: the emotional and spiritual unfolding that begins when a woman becomes a mother. It’s not just about caring for a child — it’s about being reborn, too.
My Continuation Day
What if instead of a birthday, we celebrated a Continuation Day —honoring not just life, but the lives and love that continue through us? In this reflection, I share how Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings reshaped how I hold time, death, and daily presence. A gentle meditation on living deeply and loving well.
Meditation Coaching is more than learning how to meditate — it’s a transformational process of coming home to yourself. This blog entry explores how it blends presence, healing, and empowerment through real client stories and grounded insight. If you’re curious about a coaching approach that goes deeper than advice or technique, this is for you.