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In Balance Blog
Stories, insights, and somatic practices for a grounded, whole life.
A publication by Lotus Theory, inspired by The Balance Formula
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What if You Already Have a Superpower?
What if your greatest superpower is self-awareness? The ability to tune in, listen, and respond to yourself with compassion? You don’t have to be overwhelmed, stressed, or falling apart to check in. Sometimes the most meaningful moments of growth come from pausing when things feel fine and gently asking, What do I need right now? Photo: Wix Our bodies and emotions are always communicating with us. Tension, restlessness, disconnection, or even quiet numbness aren’t problems to
Serenity
Cultivate calm and create space for stillness.
Moments and practices to quiet the mind and steady the body.
Breathe Into Stillness: How Winter Rest Restores Your Balance
Every year around this time, I find myself returning to the same gentle truth: winter invites us to slow down. It asks us to rest. It reminds us, sometimes softly and sometimes insistently, to embrace solitude, to be still, and to listen for what we have been too busy to hear.
When the Light Feels Far Away: Tending to Low Mood with Care
Low mood is not a personal failure. It’s not proof that you are doing something wrong. It’s your body and story asking you to slow down and tend to yourself with gentleness.
The Power of the Pause: How Somatic Awareness Reduces Stress and Anxiety
Stress and anxiety are not just thoughts. They live in the body first. You may notice tight shoulders, shallow breathing, or a racing heart. These are the signals that your nervous system is overloaded.
Strength
Build resilience through movement and mindful action.
Guidance on following through when life feels heavy.
Feeling Stuck? Try Play
There’s a moment, when you finally stop holding back. And it feels like an exhale after a breath you didn’t realize you’d been holding. Maybe it’s the tearful laugh that comes after sharing a story you've carried for years.
I See You, Black and Brown Men: Reclaiming What Was Always Yours
From an early age in classrooms, public spaces, and in how authority figures responded to you before you even spoke, those messages may have been loud and clear, or subtle and confusing. And somewhere along the way, the idea of “being a man” was handed to you before you had the chance to define it for yourself. That kind of weight leaves a mark.
How to Keep Going When a Fitness Goal Becomes Challenging
You know, or at least have heard that exercise is good for you. There are plenty of available resources that describe the physical benefits
Love
Lead with care, beginning with yourself.
Reflections that nurture belonging, empathy, and emotional connection.
What if You Already Have a Superpower?
What if your greatest superpower is self-awareness? The ability to tune in, listen, and respond to yourself with compassion? You don’t have to be overwhelmed, stressed, or falling apart to check in. Sometimes the most meaningful moments of growth come from pausing when things feel fine and gently asking, What do I need right now? Photo: Wix Our bodies and emotions are always communicating with us. Tension, restlessness, disconnection, or even quiet numbness aren’t problems to
Finding Yourself Again: Everyday Ways to Build Self-Awareness
Self-awareness isn’t something you arrive at one day and check off the list. It’s something you build, slowly, through small moments of noticing how you think, how you move, and how you choose. This month, we’re exploring practical, everyday ways to reconnect with yourself. No big breakthroughs required, just gentle awareness that grows over time.
Gratitude that Doesn’t Gaslight You
I tried gratitude journals. It seemed like the thing to do. To write down a few things each day, breathe into the good, shift my mindset, attract more abundance. In theory, I was here for it. I’ve always believed in the power of mindfulness and appreciation.
Unlocking Self-Love: The Guilt-Free Path to Putting Yourself First
Ignoring what you need and constantly silencing your inner voice can lead to so many issues. These can be burnout, bitterness, and a deep sense of being out of touch with who you really are. Putting others' needs ahead of your own drains you. Making it impossible to give your best. It also sets a standard for how you believe you should be treated, which can be harmful.
Cultivating Hope: A Therapeutic Guide
Hope is more than a fleeting emotion. It's a vital, life-sustaining force that ignites our innermost desires for a better future. Unlike wishful thinking, hope involves setting goals, imagining possible pathways to achieve these goals, and having the motivation and drive to take action. It's the voice within us that says, "Yes, it's possible," even when the odds seem stacked against us.
Navigating Relationships: A BIPOC Perspective on Fostering Love and Understanding
Relationships are an intrinsic part of the human experience.
They have the power to uplift us, provide support during trying times and significantly impact our well-being. However, not all relationships are nurturing, and distinguishing between a healthy and an unhealthy relationship is a skill we develop over time.
Gratitude Without Illusions: How to Practice Gratitude Without the Gloss
In the journey toward mental wellness, finding genuine paths to embrace gratitude without veering into the realm of toxic positivity is a delicate balance, especially for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) women. The societal expectation to maintain a perpetually positive demeanor, even in the face of genuine struggle, can invalidate real feelings and experiences.
Life
Live intentionally and create your own rhythm.
Insights and practices to help you align your actions with what matters most.
Finding Yourself Again: Everyday Ways to Build Self-Awareness
Self-awareness isn’t something you arrive at one day and check off the list. It’s something you build, slowly, through small moments of noticing how you think, how you move, and how you choose. This month, we’re exploring practical, everyday ways to reconnect with yourself. No big breakthroughs required, just gentle awareness that grows over time.
When the Light Feels Far Away: Tending to Low Mood with Care
Low mood is not a personal failure. It’s not proof that you are doing something wrong. It’s your body and story asking you to slow down and tend to yourself with gentleness.
That Feeling You Can’t Quite Name
This isn’t about finding the “right” emotion. It’s about making space for what’s there, even if it doesn’t come with a name.
The Balance Formula
SERENITY + STRENGTH + LOVE + LIFE = BALANCE®
The foundation of everything we write, create, and share.
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