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The journey to the wedding day may be a winding one. I’m happy to share some tips and tricks along the way. I continually offer ways to strengthen your relationship, and provide additional resources & tools. Scroll on down, and click on a post that interests you. The comments are always open, and I would love to know what you think!

Gratituesday 10.8.24 - Be Kind
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Gratituesday 10.8.24 - Be Kind

The world is a chaotic place. It may always be that way, or it may just feel like it is right now. When I feel like this, I need to take a step back and be kind. Be kind to myself, but mostly be kind to others because I really don’t know what’s going on in their minds or experiences.

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Vendors I Love: IMPRESSENSHI
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Vendors I Love: IMPRESSENSHI

I met Senshi at a local Rising Tide meeting many years ago. I immediately loved her positive energy. After we did a wedding together and I saw her work, I loved how she captured the intimate moments with ease. I am proud to now also call her a friend. Without further ado, here's a little more about SENSHI LION!

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Gratituesday 9.24.24 - Grounding
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Gratituesday 9.24.24 - Grounding

Last week I lead a grounding mediation at a wedding industry event. Then over the weekend, one of my wedding couples and their siblings wanted to go through a little grounding ritual before the ceremony. I’m curious to know what’s going on to have people request this now. It may be the change of season or something else in the air.

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Gratituesday 8.13.24 - Full Belly Gratitudes!
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Gratituesday 8.13.24 - Full Belly Gratitudes!

For some strange reason, I worked on these - my weekly lists right after both lunch and dinner. I guess I can add having a full belly to my gratitude list. I’m going to try and stay focused since I still have a few more tasks to complete before the end of the day. Care to join me in reflecting?

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Making Decisions in The Relationship: A Collaborative Approach

Making Decisions in The Relationship: A Collaborative Approach

We make THOUSANDS of decisions each and every day. For the most part these are very personal as they pertain to us as individuals. However, as you share your life with another, you begin to make choices that affect the other. So how are decisions made in the relationship?

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Gratituesday 7.9.24 - Gratitude Practice
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Gratituesday 7.9.24 - Gratitude Practice

In one of today’s counseling sessions, I encouraged a couple to offer 3 gratitudes to each other every day. There are so many benefits to a gratitude practice. I was going to say - needless to say. But I don’t think it’s so expected. Therefore, I thought I would take a moment to research the why.

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Gratituesday 6.25.24 - I’m Melting!
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Gratituesday 6.25.24 - I’m Melting!

Holy cow, it’s hot! I feel like I’m melting. I spent the last 9 days in the Pacific Northwest and I came back to a New York heatwave. I did splurge on ice cream a few times on my trip, but I have tried not to have sugary desserts in my apartment. However on my walk home, I almost stopped for ices and ice cream.

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Gratituesday 5.28.24 - Daily Rituals
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Gratituesday 5.28.24 - Daily Rituals

I am currently reading The Power of Ritual by Casper ter Kuile. The days go by so fast, that it’s important to mark the milestones. Ter Kuile really dives in with research and suggestion. There are tons of ways to embrace the sacred and make the moments special.

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Gratituesday 4.23.24 - From Slavery to Freedom
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Gratituesday 4.23.24 - From Slavery to Freedom

The story of Passover is one of secrets and springtime, celebration and of course slavery. Jews were enslaved by the Egyptians and were released from bondage to walk through the dessert to freedom. However there is so much strife in our world. I am processing it all, and trying to make my Passover experience personal for me.

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Vendors I Love: JUDSON RAPPAPORT
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Vendors I Love: JUDSON RAPPAPORT

I’ve crossed paths with Judson a bunch over the last few years. From Rising Tide NYC to other wedding industry events. I have long been an admirer of her work. Photos that capture the energy of the moment. Like you are peeking in on something special. Super excited to shine a little light onto JUDSON RAPPAPORT.

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