What I Would Have Missed

Coming Up for Air

When my daughter Avery was eight years old, we moved to a new state. Her swim team practiced at a…
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The Breather You Need Today

“Breathe. You’ve arrived.” These three powerful words are posted on the welcome sign at the entrance of the Kripalu Center…
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If You’ve Got a Cherished Dream Shoved in a Drawer, Please Give it Fresh Air

I never know which question I pose at my Soul Shift retreat will be The One – the one that…
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Toxic Regret: When Signs Point to Finally Forgiving Yourself

Our hydrangea bush that was dormant for three years decided to produce one bloom this fall. It started out as…
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I Hope You Feel Small: The Surprising Upside of Unselfing

Exactly one year ago, I came across a greeting card that struck me in a way no card ever has….
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Write Your ‘Need’ Note. You Are Worthy

For most of my life, I’ve struggled to ask for what I need. Actually, I didn’t even know what I…
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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