A Historic Sanctuary in New Mexico
On a sunny winter afternoon in New Mexico, snow thaws on the roof of the San Francisco de Asis Mission Church, a quiet and historic place of retreat.
Category: Sanctuary
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Why Shame is Not Your Friend
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Give Yourself the Gift of Self-Care this Holiday
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It is just another day at a local shopping mall until some unsuspecting holiday shoppers get a big surprise while enjoying their lunch.
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An Ode to Wobbly, Imperfect Humanity
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Self-Care for the Body
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Caring for Yourself as You Care for Others
Do you ever find yourself feeling fatigued, resentful, angry, or stressed because you are putting your Loved One’s needs before your own? You ar…