A Holiday Haiku
A holiday haiku from Let the Verse Flow podcast host Jill Hodge.
Poetry
All of the poems here are written by me, Jill Hodge, host of the Let the Verse Flow podcast and creator of the Me-time Mixtape newsletter. I know rhyming verse may be out of style these days, but it makes me happy. Here's hoping it does the same for you. 😊
The Art of Belonging: Creating Space for Yourself
Self-acceptance is a prelude to belonging. It may not feel like a logical connection, but accepting yourself, flaws, and all, is the only way to stop the comparison and critical self-judgment that stands between you and your sense of belonging.
Personal Growth Is In the Process: How to Love Where You Are
Here are four tips for enjoying the journey while working toward your personal growth goals. Let them relieve some of the pressure of striving by being more present for the here and now.
Finding Balance in Struggle: Exploring Yin and Yang in Daily Life
My mom's hospitalization (and the arrival of a beautiful bouquet of flowers) call attention to the way yin and yang play out in daily life.
Life Among the Tulips: Exploring New Worlds Without My Mom
Who will remember how remarkable my mom was when she's gone? I will, now and forever. But first I have to accept the long goodbye as her Alzheimer's progresses.