January 2023 Newsletter
Happy New Year Friends! I hope you've been enjoying a loving, restorative and just-the-right-amount of excitement this holiday season. With 2023 upon us, of course I've been thinking back on the past year, lessons learned and key takeaways.
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The highlights for me included more travel than I (and likely any of us) have done in quite some time. I relished each sunrise and sunset I was able to experience, whether it was in my own yard, out on a walk or hike, or in beautiful Oia, Santorini, Greece, pictured above on Richard and I's belated 25th anniversary trip from last May. Living in ongoing immense gratitude for each time I saw the sun rise or sleep helped me keep perspective for the days when it felt like everything was going wrong.
Image via the New York Times
Adding to this sense of wonder for me (and probably many of you too) are the images and findings of the James Webb Telescope, one of which is pictured above. In addition to the stunning images that speak directly to the dreamer, artist and photographer in me - my mind gets blown over and over again by how these images are actually being taken backwards in time. We're living in 2023 now, but glimpsing the formation of our own universe over a billion years ago. What?! Yes. The science fiction loving kid I was and still am is all over the amazing revelations that keep unfolding with this story of space, humanity and literally, time travel too.
Episode 56 features Aureya Magdalen, one of my teachers and mentors. We focus on how to Embrace the Sweetness of Life (even when things get tough).
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JUST FOR FUN: Astrology for 2023
WHAT I'M EATING: Broccoli Soup (not cream of) and it’s delicious!
WHAT I'M LISTENING TO: The Inspired Artist Podcast with host (and singer) Porter Singer.
If you want to see and hear some of Porter's songs, have a peek at her You Tube Channel. Chills my friends. Formerly known as Sirgun Kaur, she has also collaborated with previous guest and mutual friend, Joshua Stoddard on an album in 2019 dedicated to their identically named mothers called, For Pamela.
WHAT I'M LOOKING HEART EYES AT: The Art of Omonivie Okhade and her brand, Tula In Bloom.
WHAT I'M READING: A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki.
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A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO MIDLIFE: What if we allowed more space for ourselves and each other, to age gracefully?
My book, artwork and yoga sessions are always available as gifts for you, or someone you care about. Also, remember last month when I took the plunge and brought MYA to TikTok ? It's been a ride, and I have to say, people really engage with the content over there. I regularly receive messages and comments from complete strangers who are so thankful for the vulnerability and wisdom of MYA guests.
PERSONALLY
You are worthy, listen and watch my new year’s wish for every one of us!
With love, until next month,
Megan