A Local Story About Giving Back With Joy
By: Heather Blanchard Designed For Joy is a nonprofit organization in Raleigh that was started by my former neighbor and her friend. They started this mission in their homes …
How Movement Sparks Creativity & Joy
By: Heather Blanchard I was online a few weeks ago and saw a fantastic quote from someone that sparked an interest in exploring the lesser known benefits of movement: “There is …
The Beauty Of Nostalgia
By: Heather Blanchard We recently sold our home in a wonderful neighborhood that our girls loved. It was time to downsize and simplify, and though my husband and I were ready for …
4 Intentions To Start The Day
A few weeks ago I was looking for a guided meditation on the Calm app, as sitting in quiet mindfulness just wasn’t working that day. I had a laundry list of to do’s and not enough …
The Power Of The Four Agreements
A few weeks ago I took a yin yoga class where the teacher was talking about a powerful, life-changing book she recently read. That book was The Four Agreements by Don …
Every Day Offers A Fresh New Start
By: Heather Blanchard Sometimes we can have the worst of days. We didn’t get enough rest, we lost our temper, spilled our coffee or heard unwelcomed news. Sometimes the day gets …
Every Act Of Kindness Has A Ripple Affect
By: Heather Blanchard A few months ago a sweet yoga friend and student named Fran posted the above quote on Facebook with a beautiful message. I asked if I could share her post in …
Love, Hope, Faith & Peace Are Key To True Happiness
My favorite blanket at home was a recent Christmas gift, and on it are the phrases pictured above: * Love is the key that opens the heart. * Hope is the dream that awakens the …
Happy New Year! A Resolution Evolution
By Heather Blanchard “Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire.” – Unknown Right now, millions upon millions of people are thinking of next …
Tune Into The Magic & Joy Of Holidays
By: Heather Blanchard “Find out where joy resides and give it a voice far beyond singing. For to miss the joy is to miss all.” ~ Robert Louis Stevenson December is here and …
Diwali Is The Perfect Time To Celebrate The Light In All!
By: Heather Blanchard “Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.” – Mother Teresa Last week we celebrated Diwali, which is becoming …
Transform Negative Samskara Patterns To Live With Joy In The Present
In Indian and yogic philosophy, Samskaras are the mental impressions left by our past thoughts, actions and interactions. And those impressions can be positive or negative – …