| Why I Created Sacred Rhythms
The last few years have felt overwhelming to many of us.
At the same time, I have felt something else growing—a longing for reconnection. A longing to remember that we are not separate from the Earth, that All Our Relations are still here, reaching out to be seen, heard, and honored so that we do not lose touch with one another. I felt a call to create a way to help people remember what it feels like to be part of nature, not separate from it, a place where they can rest, heal, and grow stronger.
That is why I created Sacred Rhythms.
I wanted something accessible to anyone, regardless of where they live, their spiritual path, or their experience with shamanic journey. Something gentle but deep. Something that could be returned to again and again—month after month, year after year—because the guidance we receive from Spirit evolves as we do.
I asked for guidance, and the answer was clear: a 12-month journey aligned with the seasons, created in collaboration.
When I reached out to Claudine Records in Florida, she shared that she had been feeling the same push—to create a place to land in a world that felt increasingly harsh. That sealed it.
Together, coast to coast, we listened each month for which Nature Being wanted to guide participants. The themes, journeys, stories, music, videos, rituals, and activities that ground us are all Spirit-led.
On the surface, Sacred Rhythms may look light. A story. A puzzle. A wildlife video. A journey.
But as Claudine wrote in her own newsletter:
“It might feel irresponsible to spend time reading a story about urban nature or watching videos of wildlife when the world is burning.
“The truth is different. Sacred Rhythms is a soft space to land when the world feels too hard. A place to decompress, to soothe the nervous system, to restore faith, and remember there is still beauty worth protecting.”
There are layers here.
The monthly story carries practical wisdom from our animal neighbors.
The shamanic journey offers direct, personal guidance for your life, right now.
And it can be repeated next year—the same guide, different wisdom, because you will be different.
A Small Reminder from Honeybee
I was having a sick day, and just trying to keep up with the must-dos like feeding the cats, crows, and squirrels. And then maybe me. As I closed the screen door to the outside, I noticed a small honeybee resting on the ledge. She was so still, I thought she had died.
Closer inspection revealed that she was still alive, but very tired. I was not sure how long she had been there; it might have been from the day before. Without nectar for fuel, bees don’t last long.
I wanted to help, but knew that if I tried to pick her up I might do more harm than good, so I rested one finger on the ledge in front of her, and told her that if she wanted help she could climb on my finger and I would take her outside and try to find a plant in bloom so that she could feed. She immediately crawled onto the end of my finger and rested there quietly.
On my way outside, I recalled that the Japanese Andromeda (Pieris japonica) was in full bloom; perhaps that might appeal to her.
As I brought my finger close to one of the small bell-shaped blooms, I asked her if this would do. She extended her proboscis and excitedly tried to find the opening of a single blossom. As I held my finger as still as possible, she took a couple of sips and then had enough energy to climb onto the cascade of blossoms. I got a little teary-eyed. I was humbled by the trust of this small being and our connection. It seemed a small gift to offer this representative of a species in return for how much she and others like her give to so many. Without pollinators, we all would likely cease to exist.
I asked permission to take some photos and a video of her sipping nectar, which was granted. I offered her a Reiki blessing before returning to my couch. As I took my leave, Honeybee continued to move from blossom to blossom, regaining energy with each sip. That one small act—that moment of trust between species—nourished my spirit for days.
This is Sacred Rhythms.
It is not about ignoring the world.
It is about tending life—even when we are tired.
Especially when we are tired.
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March: Singing Through the Difficulties
The March edition of Sacred Rhythms is a perfect example.
As we witness division, violence, and uncertainty in the world, our guide this month is Chickadee—small, resilient, preparing for the next generation.
Chickadee teaches us to gather what is needed, to safeguard the future, and to sing our song even through difficulty.
Especially through difficulty.
Joy is not frivolous right now. Joy is fuel.
Song is energy. The energy we attach to our lives shapes how we move through them. In the March journey, you meet Chickadee and receive guidance on what song you need now—what energy will help sustain you.
Sacred Rhythms exists to help you remember who you are beneath the noise.
To see beauty.
To find steadiness.
To sing your own true song.
If you feel the pull, March is waiting for you.
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Enjoy the beauty of the season!
Rose De Dan, Night Sky, and Tamerlan (foster cats adopted!)
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