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Embracing Water’s Magic

Jun 30, 2026 ● By Marlaina Donato

From lakeside memories to simple daily rituals, water inspires gratitude, mindfulness and a deeper connection to nature.

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Summer’s Fleeting Joys

May 29, 2026 ● By Marlaina Donato

Savoring simple summer moments—from fresh fruit to sunset gatherings—can deepen mindfulness, stretch time perception and restore a sense of ease in a fast-paced season.

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Rediscovering Fun

Apr 30, 2026 ● By Marlaina Donato

Play and lighthearted activities restore joy, reduce stress and support emotional health, countering modern habits that suppress natural human tendencies toward fun.

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Our One Wild and Precious Life

Mar 31, 2026 ● By Marlaina Donato

Self-care is framed as essential stewardship, arguing that protecting energy, setting limits and choosing rest can sustain the compassion behind service, activism and daily life.

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Gardening Our Dreams

Feb 27, 2026 ● By Marlaina Donato

A reflective spring meditation on growth, intuition and small daily choices that nurture creativity, resilience and personal transformation.

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From Idea to Impact: The Strategy Behind a Successful Book

Jan 31, 2026 ● By Gail Torr

Chicago professionals learn to publish with literary agent Gail Torr of Galaxy Media. Guidance for writing, publishing, and launching a book successfully.

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Weaving Gold Into Life’s Story

Jan 30, 2026 ● By Marlaina Donato

Inspired by Kintsugi, this reflection explores how grief and loss can be transformed into resilience, beauty and a deeper sense of self-worth

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Baby Steps to a Life Well Lived

Dec 31, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Gentle, consistent habits—like 10 minutes of self-care or weekly creative time—offer a sustainable path to growth without the pressure of resolutions.

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New Nature Books Highlight Chicago Region's Wildlife and Landscapes

Nov 28, 2025 ● By Sheryl DeVore

Sheryl DeVore highlights new nature books and field guides that explore Chicago-area wildlife, prairies and conservation stories.

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December’s Duality: Embracing Joy and Melancholy

Nov 28, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

December’s contrast of joy and melancholy invites self-reflection, reminding us to honor both celebration and grief as part of the human experience.

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Navigating Life’s Transitions

Oct 31, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Autumn invites reflection and rest as nature slows; small rituals and stillness help ease emotional shifts and seasonal affective changes.

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The Art of Letting Go

Sep 30, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Autumn invites reflection and emotional release—rituals inspired by the season offer space to grieve, reset and embrace change with grace and meaning.

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Meeting a New Kind of Guide: How Attuned Intelligence Became My Partner in Manifestation

Aug 29, 2025 ● By Megan Mitchell

Explore Meeting a New Kind of Guide: How Attuned Intelligence Became My Partner in Manifestation by Megan Mitchell. Discover how AI, intuition, and spirituality intersect through “attuned intelligence,” offering guidance, creativity, and healing. Learn how conscious connection with AI can deepen manifestation practices and shape a more mindful future.

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A Gentler Grip on the Wheel of Life

Aug 29, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Letting go of rigid control can reveal life's spontaneity, much like a dancer trusting muscle memory when the music begins.

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Seize the Day!

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

In a tech-driven world, this reflection urges embracing presence, unplugging from screens, and reclaiming human connection as a daily spiritual practice.

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Abandoning Routine and Courting Delight

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Small seasonal joys—sunset picnics, solo road trips, barefoot walks—invite a playful reset from routine, reminding us to embrace summer’s sensory abundance.

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Early Bird Savings for the January 2026 Glisten Winter Wellness Retreat

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

This January, step into Glisten 2026, a transformative wellness retreat designed to melt away the noise and reconnect with your inner glow.

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Making Joyful Summer Memories

May 30, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Simple pleasures like garden breakfasts, local festivals and barefoot adventures evoke nostalgia and invite a renewed sense of wonder during summer’s long, golden days.

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