being present – Page 5

What’s Wonderful About a Phone-Conquering, Heart-Led Teen? Find Out For Yourself

I’d pretty much assumed our hand-holding days were over. She’s 15, after all. But during an African Road Learning Trip…
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The Little Victories Everyone’s Racing Past Are What Will Save You from Burning Out

“I’ll be awful sometimes Weakened to my knees But I’ll learn to get by On little victories.” –Matt Nathanson,…
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Not Made for Classrooms & Cubicles: Wanderers, the World Needs You Now

“So young to be the words of your own song I know the rage in you is strong Write a…
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Not Sure of the Next Step? Begin With What You Knew at Age Eleven

“Hold your own Know your name And go your own way.” -Jason Mraz, Details in the Fabric I had forty-five…
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Be Here Now: That Moment You Stop Running from Yourself and Find Surprising Peace

“There’s an ocean inside my head Waves that don’t ever rest This kind of beauty ain’t ordinary You look, but…
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The Silent Art of Picking Your Heart Up Off the Floor

“Breathe in, breathe out, Move on and break down, If everyone goes away, I will stay.” –Mat Kearney My daughters…
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I want to make memories, not to-do lists. I want to feel the squeeze of loving arms, not the pressure of over-commitment. I want to get lost in conversation with my favorite people, not consumed in a sea of unimportant emails. I want to be overwhelmed by sunsets that give me hope, not by overloaded agendas that steal my joy. I want the noise of my life to be a mixture of laughter & gratitude, not the intrusive buzz of mobile phones & text messages. I’m letting go of distraction, perfection, & pressure to grasp what really matters. I’m living Hands Free. Will you join me? (Read More)

“After attending one of Rachel’s speaking events, I am finding myself pausing more and re-setting my reactions to my spouse and children as a result of reflecting on the situations and lessons Rachel shared. Her decision to reveal the good, the bad, and the ugly, and what she’s learned as she’s worked to transform herself, has lasting impacts on her audience. Rachel’s lessons are like ripples in the ocean as they help others like me move towards choosing love and coming as we are. Rachel works wonders by helping others work wonders.” –A Hands Free Mama in progress