Every once in a while, when I feel overwhelmed or have a problem that I don't know how to handle, or if I just need an unbiased witness to listen and give me a reality check, I schedule an appointment with my therapist. I had a friend tell me years ago that every 3-6 months, she does a check up with her mental health specialist just to make sure she is alright. I love that philosophy. It is kind of like going to get your teeth cleaned twice a year by the dentist and going for your annual physical exam with your doctor. Why should our mental health be any different? It shouldn't. In fact, our mental health is what sometimes dictates our physical and emotional well being. If you didn't already know, the mind, body, and soul are all connected. One affects the other. On this day, I just wanted to encourage you to do a check in with yourself. We all need someone to talk to, and someone from the outside to guide us through our life's challenges when we can't see things so clearly. And there is no shame in asking for help when you need it. Actually, it is one of the most courageous things you can do. Over 1 billion people suffer from mental health problems in the world today. If you happen to be one of them, please consider scheduling a session with me or work with me long term to get you to a more tranquil state of mind.

Another way to make yourself feel better is to dress up. When you wear clothing that flatters your figure, it makes a difference. One of the most common pieces of feedback I have received over the years is that when people wear my clothing, they always get complimented. This is why I claimed 'Brace yourself for compliments' as a slogan of mine. I followed that up with 'Don't let it go to your head, cause vain people suck.' What I mean is that when you are put together on the inside, and can show it to the outside world in how your present yourself through your clothing, as an expression of your personality and style, you tend to own the sidewalk, otherwise known as the runway of life. It is not about being better than others, it is about being your best self. That is what my clothing is all about. Find yourself. 

This month I am excited about hosting my dear friend, Kristin Adams for a Psychedelic Breathwork Session on Sunday, October 27th starting at 7pm. No drugs. Just the breath. This style of breathwork is a facilitator-led, full-bodied breathing technique that gently and rhythmically focuses your breathing to effortlessly release tremendous amounts of anxiety, stress, and grief held in the body, heart, and mind. The breathwork sessions offer deep and gentle support in releasing old programming, patterns, negative thoughts, conditioning, and emotions. By doing so, it creates space for new life and increased consciousness. Kristin’s technique activates the subconscious mind, allowing for greater awareness and insights that may not be easily accessed through traditional therapy.

Also, joining us this month is the ever so talented artist, Giulia Gray. Her work entitled 'In Segno D'Acqua'  highlights the human experience and it's evolutionary process through the everyday. She is interested in the uniqueness and in the repeatable- the macro becomes the micro and vice versa, in an ongoing succession of infinite, ever-changing forms, that move in a sinuous dance through space and time. Moreover, in the video installation, moments of common life unfold, with water always serving as a central element of inspiration and reflection. Take time out of your busy day for a moment of tranquility at TAOS Lounge. Come spend some time and join us throughout the month to view her work and come to the main event on Halloween for her Gallery Showcase, Thursday, October 31st from 7-10pm.