🌷 A New Season Begins 🌷

Mindful Reads: Embracing New Seasons

Dear Reader,

Letting go, beginning again, and trusting the in-between.

Change isn’t just about what’s starting—it’s also about what’s ending, what’s shifting, and what no longer fits. That middle space? It’s uncomfortable… but it’s also where growth actually happens.

Something is shifting… and I wanted you to feel it first.

April feels like a turning point for me in a quieter, deeper sense of clarity. I’ve been reflecting on what truly matters, what I want to carry forward, and what I’m ready to let go of.

And with that… some new things are unfolding.
• The beginnings of a therapeutic children’s story (featuring a very special rabbit and owl 🐇🦉)
• New printable tools and nature-based self-care resources for both kids and adults

I’m also preparing for something deeply personal—a journey that’s marking the start of a brand new chapter for me. I have a feeling it’s going to shape a lot of what I create and share moving forward.

Before anything is officially released, I’ll be sharing little pieces along the way—early access, first looks, and small, meaningful tools you can actually use in your everyday life.

If there’s something you’ve been needing support with lately—stress, routines, emotional balance, even just a sense of calm—hit reply and tell me. I’m building this with you in mind.

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1. The Wisdom of Insecurity – Alan Watts​
A powerful reminder that trying to control life creates anxiety—and learning to live in the present is where peace begins.
👉 Reflection: Where am I resisting change instead of experiencing it?

2. When Things Fall Apart – Pema Chödrön​
This one doesn’t sugarcoat it—life falling apart is often the doorway to rebuilding something more aligned.
👉 Reflection: What feels like it’s “falling apart”… and could it actually be making space?

3. The Next Right Thing – Emily P. Freeman​
Perfect if you feel overwhelmed. It brings you back to one simple question: What’s the next right step?​
👉 Reflection: What is one small, gentle step I can take today?

4. Atomic Habits – James Clear​
Change doesn’t come from big overhauls—it comes from small, consistent shifts.
👉 Reflection: What tiny habit aligns with the person I’m becoming?

5. The Untethered Soul – Michael A. Singer​
Helps you loosen your grip on old identities and thoughts so you can move forward lighter.
👉 Reflection: What identity or story am I ready to release?

From Leigh from Solara Digital Wellness, "When I started coaching, I used to lie awake at night asking myself the same questions over and over. Do I really have something to offer? Will I actually be able to help someone? What if I show up and fall flat?... So if you've ever asked yourself whether you really have what it takes, I want you to hear this: The world absolutely needs what you have to offer. Your experience. Your heart. Your commitment to helping people change their lives. And you can show up with complete confidence in your sessions when you know the content in your hands is proven, purposeful, and built for real transformation."

Last week was a reminder that healing and struggling can exist at the same time.

​https://seekingserenityandharmony.com/have-it-all-together/​

I’ve had moments where I thought I was moving forward—feeling a little stronger, a little more steady—and then my body shifted again. Symptoms resurfaced, energy dropped, and I found myself right back in that familiar space of trying to manage what can’t always be controlled. It’s frustrating, especially when you’re doing your best to take care of yourself and still not feeling the results you hoped for.

What I’m learning (again) is that this doesn’t mean I’m failing. I'm adapting to a new diagnosis of another invisible illness. Well a couple actually. Diabetes, Then Reactive Airway Disease and during my ER visit for those they confirmed they had some concerns about my heart. What does this mean for me? It means I’m living in a body that requires more listening, more adjusting, and more compassion than most people realize. And honestly, that kind of awareness is something I’m still learning to honor instead of fight.

If you’re in a similar place right now—feeling like your progress is slipping, or like you have to keep explaining yourself—please know you’re not alone in that. There’s nothing wrong with needing rest. There’s nothing wrong with slowing down. And there’s nothing wrong with advocating for yourself, even if your voice feels tired.

This week, I’m focusing on small things: resting when I can, speaking up when something doesn’t feel right, and letting “good enough” carry more weight than perfection. It may not look like much from the outside, but it’s still progress.

Gentle reminder: you are allowed to take up space in your healing, exactly as you are today.

✨ Weekly Grounding Thought

New seasons don’t ask for perfection—they ask for presence and willingness.

You don’t need a full life overhaul this week.
You need awareness, honesty, and one aligned step at a time.

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🌿 Simple Practice (5 Minutes)

• Sit quietly
• Ask yourself: “What is changing in my life right now?”
• Then ask: “What does this season need from me—not perfectly, but honestly?”

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With you on the journey,
Laurie
Seeking Serenity and Harmony

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