Cate's Blog
Musings, News & Events, and "Things That Matter"...
Apron Hot Flash – Reclaiming Joy
Sometimes you just gotta throw it all off I’ve been having a bit of an Apron Hot Flash, as shown by my journal entry yesterday: Do you have a list
The Loss of a Good Man
I had a dream last night about a childhood friend that I haven’t spoken with in years. This morning, I sent her a message saying I’d had a surprise dream
Waiting for the World to Begin Again – Liminal Space
Life is so very still right now as I sit, cross-legged, in my beautiful new Dragonfly Studio, built to give me space and place to write and create. My personal
Angels for the New Year – Spiritual Intelligence
Happy New Year, all you beautiful souls! Despite a year of challenges, I am feeling deep gratitude for all the goodness that life continues to offer. I am so grateful
Building Self-Trust After Self-Doubt
What if the most powerful way to begin the new year is by building self-trust and learning to trust yourself again? As the year comes to a close, many people
Emotional Healing After the Holidays: A Gentle Guide to the New Year
The holidays may be over, but for many of us, the feelings they stirred haven’t simply disappeared. In fact, the quieter days after the celebrations often make things more noticeable.
The Space Between: Finding Peace in Uncertainty
A gentle guide to finding inner peace and emotional clarity during the uncertain, in-between moments of life.
A Whole Curriculum for the Soul: Jack Canfield Praises Soul Primer
“It’s Like a Course in a Book” – Jack Canfield on Soul Primer Why the beloved Chicken Soup for the Soul co-author says this book belongs in every classroom, home,
When Your Soul Whispers: Learning to Listen Again
December Reflection The Quiet Invitation of the Season As December begins, the world grows louder—bright lights, long lists, and a steady rush from one place to the next. But
3 Simple Intentions to Live By
Every Day Every day, I choose, with intention, to live life as fully as possible, for this day. Every day, I choose, with intention, to give love as generously as
Let’s Murmurate!
The Dance of Nature I’ve written about “Sacred” before. It is one of my favorite words because, basically, it changes everything (see here how it even makes sex better) Last
Creating Your Own Reality
What is your life full of? How would you describe your life? Is your life full of happiness and joy? Is it full of laughter and light? Or is it
The Intersection of Destiny and Agency
Where Sacred Resides I woke up the other morning with this lovely thought in my head: “Every single thing I come into contact with is here for me.” (Our waking moments
Becoming SI
The Journey of Luminosity If things are getting you down, I get it. It seems everyone I speak with is struggling, at some level, with world news, worry, fear, uncertainty.
My Story
How I began my journey… I was born into a world of chaos, with seven older siblings under the age of ten all living together in a small house. Before
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“Things That Matter” is something I’ve wanted to create for years. Being a long-time meditator, I “plug in” regularly to source to get amazing daily downloads and inspirations. I combine that deep cosmic side with an everyday practicality for life here on Earth to bring you interesting, inspiring bits and pieces of wisdom.
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