Ciao Amica Mia, Here in the United States, we’re celebrating the fourth of July and Independence Day. Plus, it’s a full moon and another lunar eclipse. Holy Cannoli, it’s intense! Unfortunately, this year mandatory mask wearing while … Read More

Ciao Amica Mia, This Sacred Sunday comes to you during a powerhouse of a rare solar eclipse and the summer solstice. I’m not fluent in astrology so I’ll leave that to the experts. What I … Read More

Ciao Amica Mia, This week I dove into WHITE FRAGILITY, by Robin DiAngelo, which is one of the books recommended in last week’s Sacred Sunday. Honestly, it’s not an easy read. Even for those of … Read More

Ciao Amica Mia, I imagine that like me your heart feels heavy. Weighted down with sadness, anger and grief for our brothers and sisters around the world who are suffering. My mind is trying to process … Read More

Ciao Amica Mia, As I write to you, across the world salons and gyms are reopening, sun-bathers are returning to the beach and diners are finding their way back to favorite restaurants. For some of us … Read More

Ciao Amica Mia, Years ago, I was introduced to the work of cultural anthropologist, author and educator Angeles Arrien. I remember listening enthralled to her lectures on cassette tape while driving. Yep, that’s how long … Read More

Ciao Amica Mia, I hope you’re well on this Sacred Sunday and that the grace and glory of spring is beginning to blossom within. As long as I can remember, I often felt like I didn’t … Read More

Ciao Amica Mia, Here in Arizona temperatures are rising. Along with my internal thermometer and my irritability factor. Clearly as I advise you, I need to get a hold of myself. Apparently, I’m overdue for a … Read More

Ciao Amica Mia, I had no idea when I started teaching and coaching the philosophy of what it means to be a Breakaway Girl and how to live your legacy every day, that we’d be … Read More