Mother. Feminist. Body.

Kimberly Johnson is a yogini nomad, bodyworker, doula, postpartum women’s health specialist, and single mom to a fiery 7-year-old, named Cecilia.  As soon as I ever heard the word “feminist,” I knew I was one. I have always been proud to call myself a feminist. I defend the term. It’s Read more

Finding Freedom through Reinventing Myself

Just a few years ago I felt like I was dying. I felt like my life was over. Life felt like a crushing ton of bricks on my back. I was depressed. I was constantly ill with a wide variety of illnesses. I had gained more than 70 pounds on Read more

Build a Better Relationship by Listening

I say we can make our worlds better by giving the gift of truly listening to each other. KEEP QUIET This allows the other to talk uninterrupted.  In other words, shut up and pay attention.  An occasional, “Really?” or “Uh huh” is okay, but no adding your story, trying to fix the problem or even trying to Read more

“You Are Brave and Strong” a Message to Remember When You Battle Cancer

I want to share with you something that was written by a client of mine, Claudia, from about 15 years ago. She is an amazing healer as well. I’ve given her the nickname ‘Solstice Artist.’ “Within minutes of meeting me, Susan gently interrupted our conversation to say “The Universe is Read more

Mind Games: How I Changed My Life

What is your idea of a perfect day? Recently I had a conversation with a friend who asked me that question. I thought it was a simple question, easy enough to answer. I told my friend that a perfect day is one where I get to spend endless hours wandering Read more

House of Mirrors: A Personal Journey of Self

I’ve always had a specific need for my home to be clean and neat. I’ve always searched for a sense of order amongst my things. I’ve come to realize I find order only through the mess of things. Calm and certainty come to me during great periods of strife and Read more