by Amy Pattee Colvin | Jan 27, 2026 | Acceptance, Nervous System, Somatic Wisdom
“In nature, water is fluid, formless, soft, yet it has the power to erode… The soft can overcome the hard. The supple can outlast the stiff.” — Lao Tzu I want to ask you a question about the texture of your week. When you look back at the last seven... 
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Nov 18, 2025 | Acceptance, Compassion, Wellness
Does this sound familiar? You’ve built a life others admire; you’re a planner, doer, or high-achiever. But secretly, as you navigate life’s transitions, you feel adrift, scattered, and disconnected. You’ve read the books, you’ve tried the... 
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Dec 20, 2024 | Acceptance, Qigong, Wellness
Winter is a time of introspection and renewal. As nature slows down, it’s the perfect opportunity to turn inward and focus on self-care. This year, consider adding the ancient practice of qigong to your winter routine to cultivate vitality, enhance longevity,... 
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Nov 12, 2024 | Acceptance, Compassion, Wellness
Have you ever experienced the frustration that arises from unmet expectations—perhaps it was a work project that didn’t go how you wanted, a strained relationship, or a personal setback? At one point or another, all of us have. An antidote to this frustration is... 
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Oct 28, 2022 | Acceptance, Compassion, Qigong
Self-worth is priceless. You can’t buy it, and no one can give it to you. It’s something you have to give to yourself. Cultivating self-worth reflects the essence of how you relate to yourself. Self-worth also involves boundary setting. Have you ever done anything... 
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Jan 17, 2021 | Acceptance, Compassion, Meditation, Wellness
If you’re familiar with self-improvement and personal growth techniques, you’ve likely seen terms such as guided imagery and visualization meditation (or creative or guided visualization). But what do these terms mean, and how are they similar or... 
