We're launching a new interactive public art project called "Soar." The project helps people consider what might be holding them back and invites them to let that go to become more free.
Read MoreA Raging Fire or a Smoldering Ember?
Once the fire's burning, then what?
Read MoreIssue 52
I embraced this newsletter as an experiment. I would try this on for a year and see how it turned out.
Read MoreWhat's Your Way?
You don't need to take a month off of work and traverse 500 miles to lighten your load. You can release your burdens with every step you take.
Read MoreFear of Moving Forward
When explaining this pose, our teacher said, "Some people have a fear of moving forward." As a student of courage, the phrase struck me as one to examine off the mat.
Read MoreWhat Drives Your Change?
What do we do to stay motivated when we want to make a long-term change? We transform the conversation in our heads by creating and committing to a passion-filled vision.
Read MoreBuoyancy
If you can resist the need to be in constant motion, you'll find that you are naturally buoyant.
Read MoreSeeing the Unseen
Three ways to turn challenges into opportunities
Read MoreSaying Yes
Over the past 25 years, I've said yes a lot, and that has opened me to some fabulous experiences and incredible friendships. But there was something to which I wasn't saying yes.
Read MoreUncoupling Labels from Assumptions
Most of us go through life picking up assumptions without even realizing it. We've been conditioned to believe the world works in a particular way. Once those beliefs are there, they can be hard to un-believe.
Read MoreTake Your Chance
It's hard to be a rockstar if you're living life for everyone else. We looked to the words and actions of Prince for inspiration on taking chances.
Read MoreNeed a Shot of Courage?
Think of something big (or small) you want to do. What's stopping you? Chances are you've got a really good story that's covering up an unspoken fear.
Read MoreTaking the Leap
That’s right, we've changed our name. Why Vessence, you ask?
Read MoreThe Day I Quit Art
I had a flashback to the moment I stopped doing art. It was seventh grade and we had just finished up a lesson on self-portraits.
Read MoreThe Courage Wall
Nancy Belmont discusses the inspiration and meaning behind The Courage Wall campaign.
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