Tranquility du Jour

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I share a holiday message and a preview of what's coming in 2024 (hello, Substack, a reimagined Coterie, a Year of Tranquility digital course).

Grab your journal, a cuppa tea, and settle in for this heartfelt musing.

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In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I share my Year in Review. Hear my top 10 highlights, what went well, what didn't go so well, dreams for 2024, and more PLUS a variety of resources for you!

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Hello dear reader. I hope you're finding a gentle landing spot in this new year.

Longtime blog readers may recall my “weeks in review” turned “months in review” turned "season in review" over the years. Now there's an annual Year in Review.

This reflection exercise allows me to stay accountable, set and review goals, celebrate, and note what needs adjustment.

Below is a list of my year’s experiences in no particular order. There's also a brief reflection and resources to support us moving into the new year.

To compile this information I reviewed my planner, monthly dreams, birthday exercise (here's mine from 2021), goodreads app, ballet class platforms, and photos. Needless to say, it's a process!

Consider your own 2023 list. Look for patterns, wins, challenges, boundaries, and those sweet moments in between. Although this year may have been challenging, you may just rediscover some gems when you compile your own Year in Review.

Oh, and here's an Instagram reel with heaps of photos from 2023.

Hosted 30+ Coterie events including an in-person tea party Won 1st place for Les Sylphides in the International Adult Ballet Festival's Beginner Classical Category (more photos and Instagram reel) Turned 50! Celebrated Gizmo's 16th birthday with a DC staycationFeatured as Ms. December in a ballet calendar Made simplification shifts (clothing line example) Traveled to Paris twice (here's one trip and another)Released the TDJ balletcore collection Created Tranquility Salon monthly membership Revealed my new book's cover (now I need to write it!)

Had another hip surgery Collaborated with amazing clients Booked flights for postponed retreat in Borneo with Borneo Orangutan Survival Went to Paris with Mama Wilson Took 300+ ballet classes Released the Tranquility Within: Mental Health Course Performed in two group pieces at the International Adult Ballet Festival (one en pointe) Released new Tea with Kimberly videos Traveled to NYC for three private sessions with my teachers Enjoyed 10 live jazz shows (four in NYC, one in Paris, five in DC) Spent a weekend in NYC with my friend Jenn Hosted my final pet loss support session and virtual retreats Hours of physical therapy Took a 16-week pointe class with Broche BalletDanced through 50+ private virtual lessons Joined Kathryn Morgan and friends in NYC a...

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I do a bit of looking back and take you along on the journey. Sharing a play by play of 2023's unfolding (full "Year in Review" still to come), reflection on a comment about how "we've grown up together," and a preview of what's coming in 2024 (hello, Substack, a reimagined Coterie, a Year of Tranquility digital course).

Plus a reminder to acknowledge and be gentle with yourself when things are hard and a story about how "Memaw" got lost on an Amtrak train to NYC.

Grab your journal, a cuppa tea, and settle in for this heartfelt musing.

Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #620: Looking Back

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In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with returning guest Tim Mooney. Hear about our latest passions and challenges, how we’ve made it 20 years, why we’re unmarried and childless by choice, how we navigate living in a tiny space, and more.

Plus, we have a BIG announcement! Pour a cuppa tea and tune in! Link in bio. ✨

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• Ezra Klein podcast mentioned
• Instagram handle of man with many senior pets
• Women Without Kids book
• Washington Post article we mentioned: saying no to marriage
• 15 years together podcast
• A few previous posts about our journey: 2009, 2013, 2014

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In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Cynthia Morris on:

1. Midlife Creativity and Reinvention

Cynthia shares her journey of exploring creativity through writing and art, emphasizing how midlife has opened doors to deeper self-expression. She discusses the shift from writing non-fiction to working on novels, blending personal experiences and artistry.

2. Navigating Relationships in Midlife

Reflecting on meeting her husband in her late 40s and marrying at 50, Cynthia highlights the importance of staying open, letting go of limiting beliefs, and creating meaningful connections that align with personal values.

3. Balancing Multiple Creative Outlets

Cynthia discusses her approach to balancing writing, art, and business by embracing seasonal shifts in focus. She emphasizes being present in the moment, prioritizing projects, and avoiding creative overwhelm.

4. Wellness and Practicality

She emphasizes the importance of integrating wellness into daily life, from practices like yoga and using a Shakti mat to maintaining a focus on long-term goals like financial planning for retirement.

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Cynthia Morris is a certified coach, author, and artist who attributes much of her joy, success, and dance moves to her 28-year yoga practice. Since 1999, Cynthia has guided creative people to know and trust their true nature. Her mission is to help people build their creative confidence on their own terms.

She leads workshops in gorgeous places like Paris and Lisbon, as well as online courses. Her signature programs include Paris Sketchbook, Capture the Wow, Drawing as Meditation, and Write Your Travel Stories.

Cynthia has published eight books, including a Paris historical novel. She’s a watercolor artist and has sold bodies of artwork including illustrated card decks. She lives in Denver with her husband Steve, where she’s either going to the library, to yoga, or tending her garden.

Cynthia’s the host of Your Artist Knows the Way, a program to empower creatives everywhere. She’s finishing a draft of a new novel. Read all about her process on her Stumbling Toward Genius Substack.

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Kimberly Wilson is a psychotherapist, author of seven lifestyle books, and host of the Tranquility du Jour podcast. She also serves as president of the Pigs & Pugs Project.

With over 25 years of experience, Kimberly is dedicated to helping midli...