One Thing I’m Prioritizing in my Life

Dear friends, If you and I were to be in a casual chat with one another, and you asked me what it is that I do, unequivocally, without thinking twice, I would say that I am a writer. For years, my identity has been encompassed around my ability to write....

Love

5 Lessons I’ve Learned From My Mom

My dear friends, One of the most commonly asked questions I receive, both in-person and online is, “what was is like growing up with Peaceful Barb as my mom?” I’ve always felt incredibly grateful for my mom’s insights, wisdom, and nurturing throughout my life, and even more so, blessed that...

Mindfulness

10 Reminders for Effective Communication

My dear friends, This week I want to talk about communication, and why I think many, many of our problems could be mitigated or lessened if we mastered it in an aligned way. The other day I was catching up with a friend, who was telling a story about how...

Love

A Gentle Reminder About Relationships

Dear friends, I have a feeling this week’s blog topic will resonate with many of you. I was recently reflecting on life and change and the feelings that come along with it. I had a bit of an epiphany while sorting through my feelings and wanted to share with you...

Happiness

5 Affirmations to Help You Bloom in Spring

Dear friends, With Daylight Savings time behind us, the light lingering a bit longer each day, Winter finally feels like it’s coming to a close, and we can start ushering in Spring. I love to recognize the seasonal shifts and noting the end of one chapter and the start of...

Mindfulness

5 Reasons Why We Over-Explain

Dear friends, This week, I want to talk about a nuance that I have noticed in my life, especially when it comes to relationships and my people-pleasing tendencies. For most of my life, I’ve felt that instinctual need to over-explain and justify my wants, needs, actions, and desires. From my...

Learn