Conversations
Learning how others find their zen.
Creating a Diverse Community of Women
Nila Mahyari Stevens is a pharmacist by training and has used her skills in the areas of research, nonprofit and policy decision-making in the healthcare space. Nila is currently on the medical affairs team for a mid-size…
Finding Hope in Action
The news cycle of the past 24 hours has been hard to swallow. I feel helpless and hopeless. I am angry, confused and sad, wondering if things will ever change. Yet, I know there are good things…
Trying something new
A few months ago, I planned a little something different for date night. Looking to try something new and relax at the same time, I found the perfect activity…a sound bath, a gentle and meditative immersion of…
Building Identity through Community, Travel, and Spirituality
Keshira haLev Fife’s superpower is human connection. She’s originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and later lived in Sydney, Australia for 13 years becoming the country’s first Kohenet (Hebrew Priestess) in 2017. She radiates joy, light, warmth, and kindness.…
From Social Work to Comedy: Laughing Your Way into a New Industry
In June of 2016, I walked into my first improv class and met Robin Fitzgerald. We clicked immediately. I was struck by her kind, charismatic presence. Through her deadpan humor, she gives you glimpses of her curious…
Walking with passion, living with purpose
Jenn Lyons is a passionate animal advocate who’s been operating Josi’s Paw, her dog walking business, in San Francisco for eleven years and counting. What’s unique about Jenn is that is she is also a trained chef…
Life Reflections from a World Class Executive Coach
In celebration of the New Year, A Dose of Zen brings you this beautiful interview on life reflections. Chad Stose is not your typical executive coach. His path has been guided by his humble and isolating upbringing,…
The Many Faces of Self
I love starting a New Year and thinking of all the excitement and adventure that has yet to unfold. Although, I don’t believe in resolutions. In fact, any resolutions I’ve ever made, I’ve never kept. A sure…
Curiosity Fuels the Mind
One of the many reasons I started this blog was to live each day purposefully with intention; and to document the people, places and things that inspire me to live a richer life filled with greater meaning.…
Creating Convergent Art through Self-discovery
I had the pleasure to meet artist Nancy Coleman a few years ago while I was visiting Seattle. Her presence struck me immediately – peaceful, light, deep and curious. She’s soft spoken and projects a laid-back Californian…
