Rooted: A Return to Knowing

No one comes to the earth like grass. We come like trees, we all have roots - Maya Angelou August arrives like a roar. A reminder. A reckoning. A return. This month, I choose to remember what it means to be Rooted—not just in place, but in presence. In truth. In love. In the quiet courage that says, “I will not abandon myself.” To be Rooted is to stand firm in the face of winds that try to sway you. It is to know, without needing to explain, that your worth is not up for negotiation. It is to feel the pulse of nature in your bones, the rhythm of spirit in your breath, and the clarity of truth in your choices. This August, I root myself in: - Nature – the original teacher of resilience and grace - Truth – even when it’s uncomfortable, even when it’s mine alone - A Positive Mindset – not toxic optimism, but intentional hope - Love – for self, for others, for the journey - Spirit – the unseen force that guides and grounds - Courage – the kind tha...