I hope you’re having a wonderful summer in spite of heat, fire, floods, tornadoes, and all the rest of the unrest. My summer continues to be a blessing, heat dome and all. It’s been filled with fun and heartful visits with family and friends. As my husband Gordon and I transform into vintage elders, every […]
“I don’t think anyone “finds” joy. Rather, we cultivate it by searching for the preciousness of small things, the ordinary miracles, that strengthen our hearts so we can keep them open to what is difficult” ― Dawna Markova I am one lucky duck. Last year at this time I had surgery to remove a honeydew melon […]
Through the years I’ve written and taught extensively about “liminal time,” that pregnant pause between what is no longer and what is not yet. Although liminal time is a known stage in all rites of passage, most people have never heard of it. Whether we’re talking about a pandemic, a war, a refugee crisis, or […]
Let’s talk about the coronavirus and how best to approach it realistically while improving overall health, peace of mind, and enjoyment of life. In my 8-min video and the text below, you’ll find some valuable tips about how to reduce stress, stay optimistic and maintain wellbeing. In a fortunate synchronicity, I’m launching GraceFull360, a simple, […]
The Festivals of Light are almost here! Winter Solstice, Hanukkah, and Christmas are all expressions of the power of light to extinguish darkness. It has been a difficult year worldwide, and now is the time to stop, exhale and refill ourselves with light. Letting joy and hope rekindle in our hearts may be the most […]
In beauty may you walk in 2018. What can you imagine? That’s the key to forming a strong intention that guides action and calls in help from unexpected places. Magic anyone? One of my visions for last year was recovering from June’s double hip replacement. I kept visualizing myself hiking with ease. This past week […]
I had an exciting evening with friends when the fabulous new documentary HEAL showed here in Santa Fe a couple of weeks ago. As a featured “luminary” in the film, I had the privilege of answering questions and interacting with the audience afterwards. The whole evening was a great experience. I am so proud to […]
I have some great news, and also a video invitation to come and join me, and my heart sister Gilah Rosner, for a delicious self-caring retreat in Santa Fe, NM this coming September 13-17. The retreat is over half full, and to make it easier for you to attend we decided to extend the Early […]
Deciding what to eat has gotten so complicated, it seems you need a scientist in the kitchen. So don’t worry – now you’ve got two! Mostly we are two foodies who want to have fun in the kitchen, then sit down to the sensuous pleasures of leisurely enjoying a beautiful meal. Join me along with […]
Joan was recently interviewed for The Transforming Aging Summit. Listen below: https://joanborysenko.com/wp-content/uploads/audio/TransformingAgingSummit2016-0303-1300-JoanBorysenko-Audio.mp3 This interview is part of The Transforming Aging Summit, a free online event where some of the most powerful people in the field of aging share their knowledge, and experience to help you make your later years your greater years. For more information, […]