by Marijke McCandless | May 21, 2024 | Juicy Practices Newsletter
Hi Reader! I hope you’re doing well and finding moments of delight in your busy week. Today, I’m back with part two of our exploration into managing the “monkey mind.” A couple of weeks ago, we discussed managing the ‘monkey mind’...
by Marijke McCandless | May 20, 2024 | Listen
Jay and I had just returned from a nine-day silent retreat at St. Benedict’s Lodge on the McKenzie River in central Oregon. I came home bearing an amusing little story I wanted to share, including what it’s like to go on a silent retreat. Going on a...
by Marijke McCandless | May 14, 2024 | Juicy Practices Newsletter
Hi Reader! Embracing the beauty of imperfection has been a transformative journey for me. Today marks a significant milestone—the release day of my book, ‘Naked in the Now: Juicy Practices for Getting Present.’ Reflecting on this milestone reminds me of...
by Marijke McCandless | May 7, 2024 | Juicy Practices Newsletter
Hello Reader, Confession time: Like many of us, I’m guilty of reaching for my phone first thing in the morning. It’s a habit I’ve come to call “meeting my monkey mind halfway.” Despite knowing the importance of setting boundaries with...
by Marijke McCandless | Apr 30, 2024 | Juicy Practices Newsletter
Hello Reader, The other day, my son-in-law, Alex, came over for a visit. Within a few minutes, he picked up a broom and began sweeping my kitchen. Part of me shivered in horror and shame. I mean, cleanliness is next to godliness, right? But the bigger part of me...
