Happy Sacred Sunday!
Lately I’ve had this question burning in my soul:
How do we blissten when there is so much pain, chaos, heartbreak, and tragedy in the world?
Blisstening is all about listening for the bliss already within you. It’s about celebrating, savoring, and witnessing those sparks of bliss that life offers us.
But every so often, we’re bombarded by painful stories, heartbreaking tragedies, and the realization that there is so much suffering in the world.
Sometimes we’re so immersed in the rhythm of our own lives that we feel disconnected from these things.
Other times, they hit so close to home that they shake us to the core.
I’ve experienced my share of pain in this life, personally and through people I love deeply. Because of that, I know that even in the darkest seasons, we can experience moments of light, of laughter, and joy.
But I often wonder… is it wrong to share that joy out loud when others are hurting?
This week on Bliss’n Up, I’m exploring how to navigate this delicate question.
I still have much to learn, but what I know for sure is this:
Choosing to seek out sparks of bliss is not about turning your back on the world’s pain.
It’s about becoming an agent of light—for yourself and for those around you.
This is why we live with intention.
So we may notice both the heartbreak and the beauty.
Name the path we choose to walk.
And nurture a life that honors that path.
In doing so, we embrace the full spectrum of what Glennon Doyle calls, this brutiful life.
So this Sunday, whether you’re celebrating Easter or simply soaking in the spirit of renewal, may you remember:
Even in the darkest moments, there is light to be found.
May you notice the sparks of bliss within you.
And may you offer your light to others, bravely.
🎧 Tune in to today’s episode for a deeper reflection and practical guidance on carrying hope, finding connection, and living with a big heart … even when it hurts.
With so much love and hope,.
Happy Sacred Sunday!
I spent the day hosting my Bliss on a Bottle workshop, guiding a beautiful group through the CORE, Living with Intention, and DARE frameworks.
When asked to name their word of the year, two women chose the word ALIGNMENT—and I couldn’t help but smile (and savor the synchronicity ☺️).
Because alignment is exactly what this week’s Bliss’n Up episode is all about.
✨ What does it really mean to take aligned action?
Not action for the sake of being productive.
Not doing what you’re supposed to do or what you’ve always done.
But using small, intentional shifts to bring your actions into agreement with your values, your priorities, and your dreams.
In this episode, I share three mindset shifts that help me live and parent with more intention.
Plus, I am so inspired by this topic that I am going to host a masterclass on it very soon. So stay tuned—details are coming!
But for now, I hope you’ll listen in to the podcast. May this be the message you needed to hear this week.
With love and an aligned heart,
Bliss’n Up Podcast
Happy Sacred Sunday!
My favorite part of connecting with you each week is sharing a meaningful story, or a moment of clarity, that invites you to reflect on your own life and circumstances.
This week is a little different… because I’m sitting with a story I almost shared too soon.
But there’s a lesson in that, too.
This morning, we released our Bliss’n UP podcast episode at 6 am like we always do, which included a story I’d been holding in my heart for months.
It was full of magic, synchronicity, and bliss.
But shortly thereafter, I took it down.
Not because I don’t want to share the story, but because this moment deserves space to unfold the way it was meant to.
Sometimes, in our excitement to share something beautiful — whether it’s a story, a dream, or a decision, — we rush it.
And that’s what I did.
I acted from my heart, but not in full alignment with the entire puzzle.
I didn’t realize it until after the fact. So I took a deep breath, and made a new choice.
A better one.
Instead of rushing the story out into the world, I’m honoring the pause.
The stillness.
The power of timing and trust.
This served as a reminder that we’re allowed to be human.
When we make mistakes, we get to course-correct.
So instead of the moment of clarity I planned to share with you this week, maybe this is the one you were meant to receive:
Sometimes, you take aligned action—and then realize there’s more alignment needed.
That doesn’t mean you failed.
It means you’re listening.
It means you’re in tune enough to pause, reflect, and re-align.
So what if the shifts aren’t a delay…
but meaningful lessons unfolding along the way?
Breathe. Trust. Let it bloom.
With love and a heart full of anticipation,