by Amy Pattee Colvin | May 9, 2022 | Compassion, Meditation, Qigong, Wellness
A Peru meditation retreat that focuses on Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, offers a vast array of experiences for open-hearted, curious travelers looking for a spiritual adventure. Landscapes range from humid jungles to high mountain passes. Architectural and... 
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Dec 14, 2021 | Compassion, Meditation, Wellness
The mid-winter solstice usually falls on December 21st. In the northern hemisphere, it is marked by the shortest day of the year and the longest night, representing the turning of the season. Celtic Mid-Winter Solstice Traditions Celtic traditions celebrated... 
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Jan 17, 2021 | Acceptance, Compassion, Meditation, Wellness
If you’re familiar with self-improvement and personal growth techniques, you’ve likely seen terms such as guided imagery and visualization meditation (or creative or guided visualization). But what do these terms mean, and how are they similar or... 
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Oct 17, 2020 | Acceptance, Compassion, Wellness
We often hear the words compassion, self-compassion, and compassion for others. But what does it mean, and how do we implement it? Compassion is a skill or an attribute that is like a muscle. It can be strengthened when you intentionally work with it, or it can weaken... 
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Feb 9, 2020 | Acceptance, Compassion, Meditation, Wellness
While recently facilitating a self-compassion workshop, I referred to the three pillars of Taoism as moderation, compassion, and humility. One of the participants asked if I could explain why humility is a virtue, for she interpreted humility as self-deprecation and... 
