In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour , I chat with Brian Kateman about what it means to be a reducetarian and how to make small dietary shifts. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join our bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : April 28, 3-5pm Yoga + the Animals : June 8 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary TDJ Soirée : June 9 in DC [only half of tickets remain] TDJ Live : June 23 at 8pm [Free, online] Tranquility in Tuscany ...
Apr 22, 2019•35 min•Ep. 452
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , I chat with Latoya Peterson about racial justice, diversity, and inclusion. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join our bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : April 28, 3-5pm Yoga + the Animals : June 8 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary TDJ Soirée : June 9 in DC [only half of tickets remain] TDJ Live : June 23 at 8pm [Free, online] Tranquility in Tuscany : July 13-20 in Italy [4 spot...
Apr 15, 2019•58 min•Ep. 451
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , I muse on life lately (plans, projects, what's on my mind), the never-ending search for balance (answering your questions), and share what's changed since episode 400 (hint: a lot). New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join our bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : April 28, 3-5pm Yoga + the Animals : June 8 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary TDJ Soirée : June 9 in DC [only half of tic...
Apr 10, 2019•53 min•Ep. 450
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Rissa Miller and I discuss her passion for poetry, work at Vegetarian Journal , and love of animals. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join our bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Gretchen Read Girl CO Soiree April Dreams Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #449: Passion for Poetry Upcoming Events Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : April 28, 3-5pm Yoga + the Animals : June 8 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary TDJ Soirée : June 9 ...
Apr 02, 2019•43 min•Ep. 449
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Danielle Dulsky and I discuss her new book The Holy Wild . Learn about incorporating varied spiritual practices, the five elements, and how to have more magick in your life. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join our bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : April 28, 3-5pm Yoga + the Animals : June 8 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary TDJ Soirée : June 9 in DC TDJ Live : June 23 at 8pm...
Mar 25, 2019•40 min•Ep. 448
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Ellen Grace O'Brian and I discuss her new book, The Jewel of Abundance , along with the four universal goals of life, how to shift our minds from worry to worship, and a roadmap for abundant living. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join our bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events TDJ Live : March 24 at 8pm [Free, online] Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : April 28, 3-5pm Yoga + the Animals : June 8 at Burleigh Manor A...
Mar 12, 2019•38 min•Ep. 447
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Jennifer Skiff and I discuss stories from her latest book, Rescuing Ladybugs , of people who didn't look away from seemingly impossible-to-change situations and instead worked to save animals. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join our bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility Book Launch Fête : March 8 at 8pm [Free, online] TDJ Live : March 24 at 8pm [Free, online] Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : ...
Mar 04, 2019•44 min•Ep. 446
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Alexia Vernon and I discuss how to step into our moxie, enhance our communication, and understand our self-talk voices. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join our bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility Book Launch Fête : March 8 at 8pm [Free, online] TDJ Live : March 24 at 8pm [Free, online] Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : April 28, 3-5pm Yoga + the Animals : June 8 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanc...
Feb 25, 2019•42 min•Ep. 445
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Kat O'Leary and I discuss creative expression, inner struggles, her Year of New project, and how to get out of our own ways to do the work. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility Book Launch Fête : March 8 at 8pm {Free, online} TDJ Live : March 24 at 8pm {Free, online} Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : April 28, 3-5pm Yoga + the Animals : June 8 at Burleig...
Feb 18, 2019•50 min•Ep. 444
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Akhila Jagdish and I discuss the challenges and joys of transitioning careers. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #443: Transitioning Careers Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility Book Launch Fête : March 8 at 8pm {Free, online} TDJ Live : March 24 at 8pm {Free, online} Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : April 28, 3-5pm Yoga + the Animals : June 8 at Bur...
Feb 11, 2019•38 min•Ep. 443
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , I muse on creativity—ways to practice it, tools for making it happen, benefits, and more. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events Tranquility in the Topics: February 16-23 in Costa Rica {2 spots left} TDJ Live : March 24 at 8pm {Free, online} Pigs, Pugs & Pinot : April 28, 3-5pm Yoga + the Animals : June 8 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary Tranquility in Tuscany ...
Feb 05, 2019•22 min•Ep. 442
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Christine Mason Miller and I discuss her new book, The Meandering River of Unfathomable Joy . Hear about her adventures, travel takeaways, and how India brought her closer to God. ** Share a takeaway from this podcast in the comments section below by Sunday, February 3 and enter to win a copy of her book. ** New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour...
Jan 28, 2019•53 min•Ep. 441
In this extra edition of Tranquility du Jour , Tim Mooney and I discuss our 15 years together. Hear about our anniversary surprise (omg, Gloria Steinem), why we're unmarried and childless by choice, our passion for pugs, how we manage working together and living in a tiny space, and more. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #440: 15 Years Together Upcoming Events Tranquility in the Topics: ...
Jan 27, 2019•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 440
Happy 2019! In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Ashlee Piper and I discuss her book Give A Sh*t. Learn ways to simplify, save money, and do good for your health, animals, and the environment. Plus, she's such a lively interviewee! New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #439: Give A Sh*t Upcoming Events 4-Week Tranquility Salon in DC: Starts January 20 {1 spot left} Tranquility in t...
Jan 14, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 439
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Shannon Ables of The Simply Luxurious Life and I discuss her brand new book, Living the Simply Luxurious Life, how to master the complexity of simplicity, what it means to be your own brand, and how to build community. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events New Year's Mini Retreat in DC: December 31 New Year's Salon in DC: January 1 {2 spots left} TDJ Live online: Ja...
Dec 24, 2018•52 min•Ep. 438
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , author Beth Howard and I discuss moving abroad for love, the challenges of a new country, living in the American Gothic House, the practice of writing, and the power of pie. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events New Year's Mini Retreat in DC: December 31 New Year's Salon in DC: January 1 {4 spots left} TDJ Live online: January 6 Writing Salon in DC: January 12 {5 sp...
Dec 17, 2018•50 min•Ep. 437
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , I discuss resilience with Linda Graham. Learn about neuroplasticity, the five different intelligences, how to strengthen your resilience, and care for your brain. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events New Year's Mini Retreat in DC: December 31 New Year's Salon in DC: January 1 {5 spots left} TDJ Live online: January 6 Writing Salon in DC: January 12 4-Week Tranquili...
Dec 11, 2018•47 min•Ep. 436
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , I discuss the gift of calligraphy with Maybelle Imasa-Stukuls. Learn how to get started with calligraphy, what tools are helpful, and various projects that would make wonderful holiday gifts! New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here. Join me bi-weekly Love Notes and access Tranquil Treasures. Upcoming Events New Year's Mini Retreat in DC: December 31 New Year's Salon in DC: January 1 {5 spots left} TDJ Live online: January 6 Writing Salon in DC...
Dec 03, 2018•38 min•Ep. 435
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , I discuss my solo trip to Paris—takeaways, delights, and challenges. Takeaways: 1. Add beauty. The other night I stopped by a flower shop to pick up a pink hyacinth for 3 euros. The shopkeeper wrapped it in Kraft paper for my walk home. This little gem is deliciously fragrant and sitting next to me as I type. 2. Saunter. Each day I've explored various parts of the city for at least 15,000 steps (about six miles). The lack of rushing and the chance ...
Nov 27, 2018•38 min•Ep. 434
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , I discuss the getting a certificate in applied positive psychology with three classmates: Alisha, Alexis, and Carol. Learn our takeaways from the program and how we're incorporating them into our daily lives. According to Psychology Today , positive psychology is the scientific study of what makes life most worth living. It is a call for psychological science and practice to be as concerned with strength as with weakness; as interested in building ...
Nov 05, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 433
In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , I discuss the benefits of writing, types of writing, and a few prompts to get you started. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #432: Writing Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Writing Salon : October 27 Tranquility Salon : January Tranquility in the Topics: February 16-23, 2019 in Costa Rica Tranquility in Tuscany : July 13-20, 2019 {8 spots left} Mentioned in the Podcast Year of Tranqui...
Oct 23, 2018•19 min•Ep. 432
HOL:FIT with Ange Peters. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss the power of essential oils, her transition from an email in 2009 to building an empire, and how to take ownership of your health. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #431: HOL:FIT Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Softening into Fall Virtual Retreat : October 20 7-Day Detox : October 20-26 Writing Salon : October 27 Tranquility Salon : January Tranq...
Oct 08, 2018•53 min•Ep. 431
Living with Pain with Sarah Anne Shockley. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss ways to manage chronic pain through heart and soul while staying engaged in life. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #430: Living with Pain Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime TranquiliT Fall Trunk Show : September 29 ( RSVP here ) Pugs & Pints : October 7 Softening into Fall Virtual Retreat : October 20 Tranquility Salon : Januar...
Sep 24, 2018•37 min•Ep. 430
Feminism and more with Jamia Wilson. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss feminism, writing, and her storytelling secrets. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here . Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #429: Feminism and More Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Tranquility Salon : Starts September 17 ( apply for the waitlist ) Tranquility du Jour Live : September 23 TranquiliT Fall Trunk Show : September 29 ( RSVP here ) Pugs & Pints : October 7 Soft...
Sep 11, 2018•51 min•Ep. 429
Transitions with Christine Mason Miller. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss her transition from Santa Barbara to Milwaukee, what it's like to not have a job title, and appreciating the small things. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here . Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #428: Transitions Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Tranquility Salon : Starts September 17 Tranquility du Jour Live : September 23 TranquiliT Fall Trunk Show : September 29 So...
Aug 28, 2018•51 min•Ep. 428
Bookwifery with Christianne Squires. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss the trimesters of book pregnancy, what discernment is and how to use it, her advice to stuck writers, and more. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here . Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #427: Bookwifery Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Tranquility du Jour Live : September 23 Softening into Fall Virtual Retreat : October 20 Writing in the Woods : October 26-28 in West Virgin...
Aug 13, 2018•41 min•Ep. 427
Breaking Up with Busy with Yvonne Tally. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss the overscheduled woman, tips to break up with being busy, and ways to understand what's driving our behavior. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here . Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #426: Breaking Up with Busy Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Softening into Fall Virtual Retreat : October 20 Writing in the Woods : October 26-28 in West Virginia {4 spots left} Tranquil...
Jul 31, 2018•39 min•Ep. 426
The Magic Ten with Sharon Gannon. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss the components of the Magic Ten, the importance of daily practice, how an ancient Egyptian cartouche inspired her, and more. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here . Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #425: The Magic Ten with Sharon Gannon Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Penning in Paris : July 23-27 in Paris {SOLD OUT} Softening into Fall Virtual Retreat : October 20 Writing i...
Jul 16, 2018•45 min•Ep. 425
Moon Wisdom with Bronwyn Simons. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss astrology and its use in daily life, her thoughts about aligning with natural cycles and how the moon cycles can enhance our lives. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here . Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #424: Moon Wisdom Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Penning in Paris : July 23-27 in Paris {SOLD OUT} Softening into Fall Virtual Retreat : October 20 Writing in the Woods : O...
Jul 02, 2018•39 min•Ep. 424
When Food is Comfort with Julie Simon. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss why we turn to food for comfort, the seven skills to inner nurturing, why airports are hard, ways to shift cravings, and why nurturing connections are important. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here . Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #423: When Food is Comfort Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Penning in Paris : July 23-27 in Paris {1 spot left} Writing in the Woods : Oc...
Jun 18, 2018•39 min•Ep. 423
