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Coming to Costa Rica?

Picture yourself escaping the chill of February over President’s Day weekend to soak up the Costa Rica sunshine.

Since 2002 I’ve been hosting annual retreats at Pura Vida Spa— private mountainside estate enveloped in lush flora surrounded by coffee plantations.

We wake up early with the chirping birds, nosh on local food, practice yoga and mindfulness, and nosh on more food. Then we take a few hours to rest, read, swim in the pool, or get a spa treatment, and do more yoga followed by a creativity session involving paint, collage, and a sketchbook. Oh, and eat again.

Most of us make our way to bed shortly after the sun goes down or enjoy a soak in the hot tub under the stars. Rinse and repeat.

Here’s what Courtney from North Carolina has to say about her annual retreat experience:

This retreat is magical. It is the perfect blend of movement, creativity and utter relaxation. Kimberly’s yoga practice combines asana and breath work in ways that have left me relaxed and energized at the same time. Even better, the creativity sessions have helped  unlock my right side brain (which has been used very little during my legal career), opening up a whole new world to me and giving me the courage to explore my artistic side on my own. In short, the changes that I’ve experienced on my retreats with Kimberly have led to life-altering adjustments in my career and family relationships. In addition, Pure Vida is a beautiful resort with caring staff and experienced practitioners who offer a wide range of body work options. But maybe my favorite retreat activity has been resting in a hammock between classes and treatments, listening to the birds and catching up on the latest bestseller, with a smoothie or a glass of white wine.

And Hilary from Washington, DC:

You can find many yoga retreats to Costa Rica, but you’ll be hard-pressed to find one as special as Kimberly’s.  I have been three years in a row and would go again in a heartbeat. As the name suggests, this retreat is a unique blend of yoga, mindfulness, and creativity. It’s a perfect retreat to go to on your own. Kimberly creates a warm, friendly, and inviting space and then let’s you take what you need and leave the rest. It’s an ideal combination of group time, personal time, and do-whatever-you-feel-like time at a beautiful eco-chic resort with yummy food, a welcoming staff, and heavenly pool. It’s a mix of lovely ingredients that make for a magical week. And the secret sauce is Kimberly, herself. She puts an incredible amount of thought into every aspect of the program—from the extra suitcase of art journaling supplies she brings, to the essential oils she dots on your wrist during savasana, and the goodie bags she creates for each yogi.  Treat yourself to the experience, and you won’t be disappointed.

Both of these lovely ladies have joined us the past few years and are an absolute joy to host! Per usual, we have an intimate, magical group signed up for February and fellow psychotherapist and Tranquil Space-trained yoga teacher Kristin Heinz will be teaching the afternoon yoga sessions.

Tomorrow marks the end of the Costa Rica $150 off early bird rate and I’m not sure if I’ll be hosting this retreat the following year.

So if you’d like to spend time nurturing your yoga, mindfulness, and creativity practices, reflecting on what’s meaningful, drinking Costa Rican coffee, reading in a hammock, going on optional excursions, and nourishing your soul, now’s the time!

If you have any questions about it, reach out and I’ll be happy to answer them. Bisous. x

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NYC Delights

Last weekend I headed to NYC for a weekend of vegan nosh, ballet, yoga, and more with my friend Jenn who owns a lovely yoga studio in Montreal. During our whirlwind 48 hours, we stumbled upon a few new finds and hit staples, too.

In case you have a jaunt to NYC on the radar, I wanted to share these resources. I’ve also included three additional posts below highlighting previous NYC adventures.

Our first stop was Vegan Love, a tiny spot on East 10th that had lots of delights such as raw pizza, green juice, muffins, avocado toast, and more.

Next we headed to our AirBnB to drop our bags and then stopped into a corner cafe called 5C Cafe. Their menu had five vegan options so we noshed on mac and cheese and tacos.

On to Rockefeller Center to see the tree and pick up some goodies for her family. Oh, and stop at Eat By Chloe for a vegan cupcake. With full and happy bellies, we set out to see To Kill a Mockingbird on Broadway. SO good! We crawled home exhausted after a full day.

Saturday started at The Butcher’s Daughter followed by lots of wandering through Nolita, NoHo, and the West Village en route to our early afternoon ballet class at Joffrey Ballet School. Before ballet, we hit Moo Shoes and stumbled upon Sweets by Chloe for another cupcake and matcha lattes. To fuel our ballet, naturally. The class was amazing and Jenn did her first sous-sus (as shown above).

Post-ballet required vegan pizza at Double Zero followed by turmeric lattes and cake at Plant Made. Then we headed to Village East Cinema to see Can you Ever Forgive Me? Again, we stumbled home pooped. But not like the stumbling we saw with all the Santas who had been doing an all-day bar crawl. That was a sight. They had all started out so jolly and fresh as we headed to brunch that morning.

Sunday morning my feet ached as I slid out of bed. I stood in the shower for 20 minutes trying to warm up and relax my poor muscles. We packed up and hauled our bags to The Organic Grill for brunch. So very yummy and our waiter was a dear! Oh, and I ran into Gene Baur of Farm Sanctuary there. Heart that man and his amazing work!

Our final stop was Jivamukti for a one-hour, 35-minute yoga class. But who’s counting, right? My body hadn’t moved that way in a long time and I felt like a puddle of body parts.

Jenn headed for the airport and I sat in their cafe sipping rose tea, noshing on my go-to Yogi’s Choice menu option—brown rice, spicy tempeh, steamed kale—and trying to recover from all the movement. Hello, anti-inflammatory.

Then I headed toward a Maison Kayser near the train station to have tea with someone I met back in 2004 at George Washington University Women’s Studies graduate program and we’re now both therapists (and aspiring ballerinas).

The journey culminated with a luxurious train ride home in the quiet car and a pick up by Tim and the pups. So grateful for this getaway, friendship, and all the tasty treats that we put into our bellies. Bisous. x

NYC Artist Date 2018

NYC Girls Weekend 2017

NYC Weekend 2012

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Meet My New Project {Seeking Beta Readers}

I’m over the moon to announce my latest project, the Year of Tranquility book—a marrying of the Year of Tranquility program with the Playbook/Daybook for an all-new yearlong, BIG picture adventure in a full-color 8×10 book.

Since January I’ve written nearly 25,000 words, spent over 250 hours creating, and poured passion into the Year of Tranquility program. Nearly one hundred ladies joined us from far and wide to connect, encourage,  and gain weekly inspiration on living with more tranquility.

Here’s what a few participants had to say about their experience:

The Year of Tranquility program is the perfect balm for reconnecting with creativity and adventure, whether it’s outward adventures like “artist’s dates,” or exploring the inner self through self-care and introspection. YOT is a wonderful companion to daily living, and Kimberly is a wise, enthusiastic, and compassionate guide!

YOT has been a lovely experience and investment in my mind,body and soul this year. There is always so much inspiration and ideas to pull from that can be applied to our day to day lives. Kimberly has a gift for considering the whole person with her creations.

I have absolutely loved committing to a year all about me through YOT! I’m a working mom of two young kids and I feel like I spend so much of my energy focused on others. YOT has given me the permission and time commitment to focus on me! It feels amazing so self reflect in such a healthy, positive way. Because of my time in YOT, I have lost 30 pounds, grown my veggie garden, cleared clutter in my house, got out of debt, signed up for a tap class, and generally have more time to do what is most important to me! Thank you Kimberly for such an amazing class!

This outstanding year-long program delivers on all its promises! I am enjoying my best year—infused with the tranquility that comes from setting intentions, taking action and making time for reflection.

Inside the book you’ll find your favorite Playbook/Daybook features such as wellness, month’s dreams and review, year’s dreams and review, 32 Tranquility Tools, checklists, recipes, and more {sans weekly layouts}. You’ll also find 12 monthly essays, 4 weekly practices, and Savvy Sources on topics such as dreams, creativity, style, self-care, yoga, mindfulness, and more.

And, YES, there will be a 2019 program associated with it and that’s to be announced. Stay tuned!

I’m in the editing stage and seeking beta readers. If you’d like to be considered, please email me noting why it interests you and your editing experience by noon ET Friday, December 14. As a thank you, each chosen beta reader will receive the finalized PDF, a special gift, and heaps of gratitude.

Thank you for considering and I hope you’re as excited about this as I am!

The book will be available for pre-sale on Amazon shortly. More to come. Now, excuse me while I return to editing! Bisous. x

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Tranquility du Jour #436: Resilience

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I discuss resilience with Linda Graham. Learn about neuroplasticity, the five different intelligences, how to strengthen your resilience, and care for your brain.

New to Tranquility du Jour? Learn more here.

Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures.


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Upcoming Events

New Year’s Mini Retreat in DC: December 31

New Year’s Salon in DC: January 1 {5 spots left}

TDJ Live online: January 6

Writing Salon in DC: January 12

4-Week Tranquility Salon in DC: Starts January 13 {2 spots left}

Tranquility in the Topics: February 16-23, 2019 in Costa Rica

Tranquility in Tuscany: July 13-20, 2019 {8 spots left}

Guest: Linda Graham

 

 

 

Linda Graham, MFT, is an experienced psychotherapist who integrates modern neuroscience, mindfulness practices, and relational psychology in her international trainings on resilience and well-being. She is the author of Resilience and also Bouncing Back, the winner of a 2013 Books for a Better Life Award. Visit her online at lindagraham-mft.net.

Savvy Sources

Website: lindagraham-mft.net

Book: Resilience: Powerful Practices for Bouncing Back from Disappointment, Difficulty, and Even Disaster

Facebook:  facebook.com/BouncingBackLindaGraham/

Twitter:  twitter.com/LindaGrahamMFT

Mentioned in the Podcast:

Bouncing Back: Rewiring Your Brain for Maximum Resilience and Well-Being

Paris + DC Resources {NYC to come}

Social Media



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Let’s connect on Facebook
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More Tranquility

Shop seasonless, vegan, locally-made, eco-friendly fashion: TranquiliT
Browse my 5 Books
Tranquility-filled E-courses
Download the Tranquility du Jour Podcast App: iPhone and Android
Read about my passion for animals

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Pen a review on iTunes and/or share this podcast via social media.
Pen a review of my books on Amazon or Goodreads.


Techy

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Do you have iTunes? Click here and subscribe to the podcast to get the latest episode as released.
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5 Tranquility-Infused Gift Ideas

It’s the time of the year where we search for that something special and useful to gift our loved ones. Below is an assortment of inspiring tranquility-infused gift ideas ranging from $1.99 to $50.

Over the years I’ve created a few tools or treats I was seeking and my hope is that these creations of love help spread tranquilosophy in a meaningful way. And the best part, your purchase helps support small businesses and a portion of all proceeds benefits Pigs & Pugs Project.

Tranquility Tea. This beautiful and fragrant blend of green tea, rosebuds, chamomile, lavender, and vanilla essence complements mindful moments. $12. Only 10 left and it’s our last run of this blend for now. Shop tea.

2.Tranquillité parfumis bursting with notes of gardenia, jasmine, sweet musk, rose, and sandalwood and was handcrafted in a Parisian apartment. Comes in parfum oil and eau de toilette. $38-$58. Shop parfum.

3. Tranquility du Jour app. Get instant access to all Tranquility du Jour podcast interviews—learn ways to give back, create art, love animals, eat well, practice yoga and mindfulness, live with style, make meaning, and more. Available on your iOS or Android mobile device. $1.99. Shop app.

4. Pigs & Pugs Project. Contribute a tax deductible donation of $50 or more to help pig sanctuaries and pug rescues in need and we’ll send you (or your gift recipient) a darling Pigs & Pugs reusable tote. $50+. Donate.

5. Books. A collection of writings from the past 12 years available in an assortment of PDFs, Kindle, and hold-in-your-hand physical form. Tranquilista is also available in Chinese, Russian, Bulgarian, and Dutch! $19-$28. Shop books.

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Tranquility du Jour #435: Calligraphy

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I discuss the gift of calligraphy with Maybelle Imasa-Stukuls. Learn how to get started with calligraphy, what tools are helpful, and various projects that would make wonderful holiday gifts!

New to Tranquility du Jour? Learn more here.

Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures.


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Upcoming Events

New Year’s Mini Retreat in DC: December 31

New Year’s Salon in DC: January 1 {5 spots left}

TDJ Live online: January 6

Writing Salon in DC: January 12

4-Week Tranquility Salon in DC: Starts January 13 {2 spots left}

Tranquility in the Topics: February 16-23, 2019 in Costa Rica

Tranquility in Tuscany: July 13-20, 2019 {8 spots left}

Guest:

Artist and calligrapher Maybelle Imasa-Stukuls finds beauty in imperfection, a widely acclaimed and distinctly modern approach to calligraphy. With over 10 years of experience, Maybelle has been commissioned for bespoke wedding invitations, letterpress stationery, and editorial features, exhibiting her elegant and playful signature style for a range of clients. Her work has appeared in Martha Stewart Weddings, Sunset Magazine, Victoria, Better Homes and Gardens, and Brides, and has been featured on Design*Sponge, Besotted, Brooklyn Bride, Oh Happy Day, Snippet & Ink, Sunday Suppers, and Style Me Pretty.

Drawing inspiration from botanical engravings, vintage alphabet specimens, and her numerous travels abroad, Maybelle has been known to journey to Paris for just the right calligraphy nib. Her love of ephemera and faraway places inspired a collaboration with Chronicle Books: Belle Calligraphy Kit, Materials and Inspiration for Modern Script.

She developed Calligraphy in the 21st Century, a popular San Francisco workshop booked months in advance, as a way to share her passion with the creative community. This year, Maybelle offers the course in some of her favorite cities: New York City, Los Angeles, Portland, Santa Barbara, and Sydney, Australia.

Raised in Hawaii, Maybelle lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and twins.

Two project ideas:

 

Mentioned in the Podcast:

Website: may-belle.com

Book: The Gift of Calligraphy

Instagram: instagram.com/maybelleimasa

Social Media



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Pin along with me on Pinterest
Let’s connect on Facebook
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More Tranquility

Shop seasonless, vegan, locally-made, eco-friendly fashion: TranquiliT
Browse my 5 Books
Tranquility-filled E-courses
Download the Tranquility du Jour Podcast App: iPhone and Android
Read about my passion for animals

Request

Pen a review on iTunes and/or share this podcast via social media.
Pen a review of my books on Amazon or Goodreads.


Techy

To listen, click on the player at the top of the post or click here to listen to older episodes.
New to podcasting? Get more info at Podcast 411.
Do you have iTunes? Click here and subscribe to the podcast to get the latest episode as released.
Get the Tranquility du Jour apps to download the podcast “automagically” on iOS or Android

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November in Review

Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home.—Edith Sitwell

Month in Review

Ah, November, you were sweet, swift, and succulent. From Paris cafes to ballet classes to sitting with clients, last month offered a variety of experiences.

En route to my own therapy appointment in the rain, I slammed on my brakes to avoid hitting the person in front of me who had stopped abruptly and my tea thermos spilled all over the Jeep console. This led to three trips to the shop, a dead battery, constant jumps because the new battery would also die, a malfunctioning electrical system, software updates (cars get updates now?!), and a parking brake that wouldn’t release so it could be towed.

It’s back to the shop and fingers crossed it’s really getting fixed this time. Funny how one brief moment can have such a ripple effect. Darn tea.

This month I finished an online Journal Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy class, met with mentoring and therapy clients, took ballet classes, wandered the streets of Paris, returned on Thanksgiving for a vegan meal with Tim, created and released the Year of Tranquility Entrepreneurship module, got lost in Paris, had another gum surgery (second side), created and reviewed a Tranquility du Jour survey (still chewing on it), released two podcasts, attended a Stargazing with Pigs event at Whispering Rise Animal Sanctuary, attended a Lady Farmer Slow Living Retreat (where I met those goats in the top photo), upset my Jeep’s electrical system, saw A Star is Born in Paris and cried (how did I not know it was sad?!), sent heaps of snail mail, and soaked in the tub daily.

As I turn my attention to the final month of the year, I’m feeling both pensive and hopeful. 2018 has offered so much—a new pug (GIZMO!), a full-time office space, Pigs & Pugs events, Year of Tranquility. I look forward to tying a bow around it this month with a combination of reflection, intention, and creation.

Wishing you a sacred and soft month. Let’s carve out space to celebrate, give and create experiences, hibernate as needed, and add a dash of lavender to our hot cocoa. As always, thanks for reading! Bisous. x

December Dreams

Take 10 yoga/ballet classes

Clarify a 2019 program offering

Solidify my vet social work program plans

Send two love notes to YOU

Release 3 podcasts

Fun weekend in NYC with friend

Host inspiring final Year of Tranquility module

Safe travels to and from West Virginia and Oklahoma

Collaborate with and support clients

Savor The Nutcracker performance and lunch date with friend

Productive Pigs & Pugs Project board meeting

Tea dates with friends

Santa pics with pups

Healed gums

Savvy Sources

15 Plant-Based Recipes to Fight Inflammation

How This Introvert Challenged Herself to Make Friends As An Adult

10 Reasons Why We Fail to Achieve Our Goals

How To Conduct Your Own Annual Review

Five Reasons Why Travel is Good for Your Mental Health

46 Ways to Give Experiences, Not Things

75 Consumable Gift Ideas

10 Books to Read—and Gift—in December

10 Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season

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Tranquil Holidays {Checklist, Video, Playlist}

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.—Helen Keller

Ah, the holidays. Despite the festivities, garlands, and twinkle lights, this time of the year can feel a bit, well, less than tranquil. To combat the chaos, I’ve tried to adjust my expectations and output over the years.

No more holiday cards. No more piles of gifts. No more trying to squeeze it all in. No more guilt. Simplicity has become my motto. The space between Christmas and New Year’s Day is my rejuvenating reset button.

Our new tradition: head to Tim’s cabin in West Virginia, go to a movie and enjoy Chinese on Christmas Day, roll out the sofa bed in front of a never-ending fire, stay on said sofa bed to read, watch documentaries, and nap. Rinse and repeat for a few days.

What would be your ideal holiday? Time alone. Time surrounded by family. Travel. Staying home. Big meals. Takeout. Candlelight service. Watch Santa’s travel on TV. Big parties. A table for two. The ways to celebrate are endless and shift as we do.

Over the years I’ve dabbled with ways to keep the holidays feeling more tranquil inside and out. While this list is not exhaustive, the suggestions are tried and true. Try those that resonate.

1. Get outside. Brisk, fresh, outdoor air helps ground me. Take in the scent of pine trees and wood smoke. Time in nature builds on a sense of interconnection. This larger view helps put things in perspective.

2. Center. During the hustle and bustle, it’s extra important to make time for self-care. Keep up your favorite centering practices such as sipping tea, sitting on a meditation cushion, writing in your journal, practicing on your yoga mat, or soaking in the tub.

3. Give. Gift your loved ones a batch of homemade jam, a beloved book, an artisanal treat from a small business, a box of their favorite tea (or whip up your own blend), or tickets to see an exhibit. Think useful and consumable. Go for experiences. Rescue an animal. Volunteer. Sponsor a farm animal. Donate to a special cause. Adopt an orangutan.

4. Compassion. This time of year can be hard. Be gentle with yourself and others. Know we’re all doing the best we can. Practice loving-kindness meditation. This may have been a hard year. Honor your growth, lessons learned, and what’s to come.

5. Breathe. When you notice your shoulders creeping up toward your ears, your heart racing while stuck in traffic, or stress building, tune into your breath. Inhale to the count of four, exhale to the count of four, repeat. Again and again. Try this 5-minute meditation.

6. Travel with ease. Print and save the Tranquil Travel checklist on Tranquil Treasures. Save space by rolling your TranquiliT pieces into your luggage. Choose layers perfect for mixing and matching, dressing up (pearls and heels) or dressing down (clogs and denim jacket). When possible, choose off-peak travel to avoid congestion.

7. Gratitude. Appreciate the little things: a warm bath, a steaming cuppa tea, a cozy bed, a devoted pet. Studies show that expressing gratitude can lower stress levels, help you sleep better, improve self-esteem, enhance empathy, and adjust your attitude.

8. Move. Exercise releases endorphins, reduces stress, and helps offset those extra holiday cookies. Put on your hiking boots or tennis shoes and hit the trails. Roll out your yoga mat and do a few sun salutations. Grab your bike and begin pedaling.

9.  Celebrate. If you’re feeling a bit of the bah humbug blues, put on your favorite holiday film, create a playlist of festive tunes (here’s one for you!), go see The Nutcracker, and put up a few holiday decorations that evoke good memories. Review the year and list highlights.

10. Dream. Create time to daydream about the new year. What do you hope to see, taste, touch, smell, and hear in the coming year? List everything that comes to mind and focus on the experiences you hope to have.

Have 45 minutes? Watch this video where I share even more!

Any favorite tips that you infuse and I missed? Do share!

Wishing you a holiday filled with your favorite things. Let’s make this season meaningful. And tranquil. And simple. Bisous. x

P.S. Never fear, new Santa pic coming with Gizmo as soon as possible!

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Tranquility du Jour #434: My Trip to Paris

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I discuss my solo trip to Paris. Hear my takeaways, new discoveries, staples I always visit, and those pesky challenges that are sure to arise.

New to Tranquility du Jour? Learn more here.

Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures.



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Upcoming Events

Year of Tranquility online: Join anytime

New Year’s Mini Retreat in DC: December 31

New Year’s Salon in DC: January 1

TDJ Live online: January 6

Writing Salon in DC: January 12

4-Week Tranquility Salon in DC: Starts January 13

Tranquility in the Topics: February 16-23, 2019 in Costa Rica

Tranquility in Tuscany: July 13-20, 2019 {8 spots left}

Guest: Moi









Kimberly Wilson is a psychotherapist in private practice, the author of numerous books, and the designer of eco-fashion TranquiliT. She hosts the podcast and blog Tranquility du Jour and serves as the President of the Pigs & Pugs Project. Kimberly lives in Washington, D.C. with rescue pets and a partner. She dreams of Paris and living on a farmette with pigs and pugs.





Mentioned in the Podcast:
Takeaways:

1. Add beauty

2. Saunter

3. Greet

4. Sip

5. Read

6. Express

7. Savor

8. Appreciate

New discoveries:

Petite Palais

Hemingway Bar at the Ritz

Wild & the Moon —la vie en rose

Rue Cremieux

La Maison Rose

The Abbey Bookshop

Weekly Sunday dinner parties: Jim-Haynes.com

Favorite stops:

WH Smith (rose garden tea)

Merci

Shakespeare & Co

Le Greneier de Notre Dame

Monoprix

Wander Le Marais

Tuileries

Angelina

Eiffel Tower

Vintage shop

List of more favorites

Books:

Don’t be a Tourist in Paris by Vanessa Grall

Waking Up in Paris by Sonia Choquette

In Paris by Jeanne Damas and Lauren Bastide

A Paris All Your Own edited by Eleanor Brown

Blog Posts:

Packing for Paris

A Peek into Paris

TranquiliT in Paris

Social Media



Eye candy on Instagram
Pin along with me on Pinterest
Let’s connect on Facebook
Follow moi on Twitter
Watch via YouTube


More Tranquility

Shop seasonless, vegan, locally-made, eco-friendly fashion: TranquiliT
Browse my 5 Books
Tranquility-filled E-courses
Download the Tranquility du Jour Podcast App: iPhone and Android
Read about my passion for animals

Request

Pen a review on iTunes and/or share this podcast via social media.
Pen a review of my books on Amazon or Goodreads.


Techy

To listen, click on the player at the top of the post or click here to listen to older episodes.
New to podcasting? Get more info at Podcast 411.
Do you have iTunes? Click here and subscribe to the podcast to get the latest episode as released.
Get the Tranquility du Jour apps to download the podcast “automagically” on iOS or Android

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The Art of Evolution

We must be willing to get rid of the life we’ve planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us. The old skin has to be shed before the new one can come. If we fix on the old, we get stuck. When we hang onto any form, we are in danger of putrefaction. Hell is life drying up.—Joseph Campbell

Although it’s not yet December, I find myself in full-on contemplation mode wanting to reflect on 2018 and get clear on 2019. Clarity, always seeking clarity. As if there’s some right answer. {Hint, there’s not}.

I’ve reviewed nearly 100 responses to my recent survey and am blown away by your ideas and requests for support in topics ranging from style to mindfulness to building a business. Thank you for your time and thoughtfulness!

Through this process I’m recognizing that I need to go back to the basics and define for myself what Tranquility du Jour is. Yes, it’s a resource for finding more tranquility in the every day. And yet what are the underlying values? Things like creativity, style, dreams, self-care, giving back, eating and living well, etc.

Over the next many weeks I’ll work on clarifying this for myself and, ultimately, to help shape what’s next for the blog, podcast, and events of Tranquility du Jour.

Never fear, I don’t envision a massive shake up, but more of a deepening and streamlining into its next phase.

When searching for a quote to go with today’s post, I came across the one above by Joseph Campbell. It speaks to the importance of growing, stretching, and evolving. As we head into the winter months of hibernation and death in the natural world, I find it helpful to use this time to do the same for ourselves.

Step back, slow down, get quiet, reflect.

I’m wondering, what can we shed to make room for what 2019 has waiting for us? How do we want to evolve in the new year? Rather than a massive overhaul, let’s consider an energetic shift. Exhale. Bisous. x

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