by Martha Brettschneider | Apr 23, 2025 | Life Lessons, Motivation, Retreats
Ten years ago, I did something I had never done before. I invested in myself—not for my career, not for my family, but purely for my own growth, healing, and creative awakening. I signed up for the Women and Power: Being Bold retreat, hosted by the Omega Women’s...
by Martha Brettschneider | Apr 12, 2025 | Mental Fitness, Positive Intelligence
A retired friend recently confided, “I’m feeling old. I remember my grandparents’ world getting smaller and smaller. I stay involved in the community and keep myself ‘busy,’ but something’s missing. I think I need to learn something new—maybe something creative.” That...
by Martha Brettschneider | Mar 23, 2025 | Mindfulness, Motivation
Yesterday I ventured into my messy back yard for the first time this year. Because I allow dead foliage to overwinter to support critter habitat, a lot of work was needed to clear, clip, prune, and yank out what doesn’t serve the garden’s spring intentions. I cleared...
by Martha Brettschneider | Mar 10, 2025 | Mindful Parenting, Mindfulness
Just like the adults in their lives, kids need tools to regulate their stress levels and navigate big emotions. That’s why I’m so excited to share this guest post from Joe Skoff, the producer behind Mello, a new meditation podcast designed for kids. Having...
by Martha Brettschneider | Mar 6, 2025 | Mindful Photography
If you are a Damselwings subscriber, you may have seen a mention or two about a new project I am co-creating on Instagram with my dear friend and fellow Sage photographer Melissa Maillett. Here’s an example of what we’re playing with @the_sage_photography_project...
