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Returning to Simplicity

Posted on January 12, 2022 by Amy's Reflections

As we all attempt to stay healthy, trying not to catch or spread the latest COVID-19 variants around to our loved ones, I’ve noticed what has been bringing me joy. It’s really the simple things in life that are most … Continue reading →

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Wintering or Learning from an Extended Rest

Posted on January 4, 2022 by Amy's Reflections

I recently read the book Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May. I happen to read this during winter (though can you even call it that in San Diego?) and while on a six … Continue reading →

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Coming out of a hole

Posted on February 24, 2020 by Amy's Reflections

Have you ever had a week where nothing felt right?  I feel like I’m coming off of a few weeks like that.  I’ve been fighting a losing battle with a sinus infection, so I’ve had a headache for 8 days … Continue reading →

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Building Resiliency: October

Posted on October 23, 2019 by Amy's Reflections

In January I began a deep dive in Elena Aguilar’s Onward: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Educators and the accompanying workbook. I hope to share some of my reflections as I build daily habits to strength my own resilience and support … Continue reading →

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Does Stress Bring Out Your Best or Your Worst?

Posted on November 2, 2018 by Amy's Reflections

Stress.  It’s a daily part of life. Not all stress is bad. Not everyone reacts the same to stress. I find that stressful situations often bring out the best or the worst in people.  I have seen the best and … Continue reading →

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Things I’m Loving Friday, Volume 20

Posted on May 12, 2017 by Amy's Reflections

On Fridays I like to share the things that help me as a leader and a learner. Please join in by sharing what you are loving lately! This week I was inspired by a recent #LadiesWhoLead Twitter chat led by … Continue reading →

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Rejuvenate Update #3

Posted on October 2, 2016 by Amy's Reflections

Rejuvenate is my word of 2016. While I haven’t blogged much about it, it’s still been a focus in my life. Every time I solve one medical mystery in my life, another one appears. With each new discovery, I remind … Continue reading →

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Things I’m Loving Friday, Volume 18

Posted on July 15, 2016 by Amy's Reflections

I haven’t published a volume of Things I’m Loving Friday in a LONG time. I often struggle to find new resources to share that are leadership and/or learning-focused. More Perfect Podcast by RadioLab – I wrote about loving podcasts in … Continue reading →

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When was the last time you colored?

Posted on November 19, 2015 by Amy's Reflections

Mindfulness has been my focus word for the year 2015. I started this year writing an update every month about how I was developing the habit of mindfulness. It’s funny to look back now. The first half of 2015 was … Continue reading →

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Mindfulness Routines

Posted on September 13, 2015 by Amy's Reflections

During August I tried something new. Instead of setting the alarm for 5:00 AM and jumping on the treadmill right away, I set the alarm for 5:30 and eased my way into a new morning routine. I spent my first … Continue reading →

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