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Randie Schacter

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10/02/2026

How often do we eat while thinking about everything else?

Mindful eating invites us to slow down and become curious about the experience of eating. Notice the food in your hands. What does it feel like? What does it smell like? What colors and textures do you notice?

Then, as you eat, give yourself the chance to really experience each bite. Notice the taste, texture, and how they change as you chew and swallow.

It’s a simple practice, but it can bring us back into the present moment and help us experience food with greater awareness.

09/30/2026

Some places remind you that you don’t always need to do more. You simply need to pause and notice.

09/28/2026

We live in a culture that often celebrates being busy, but constantly feeling overwhelmed is not something we should simply accept as normal.

Making room for rest, movement, creativity, travel, connection, and quiet moments can be part of caring for ourselves, not something we earn after everything else is done.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed lately, consider this your gentle reminder to pause and take a breath. You’re not alone.

09/25/2026

One of my favorite things about pottery is that there is no need for everything to be perfect. You can experiment with color, texture, shape, and let the process unfold naturally.
These pieces are a little reminder of how enjoyable it can be to slow down and make something simply for the joy of creating. Sometimes the best moments come from simply making time to create. 🌸

09/23/2026

When a strong urge comes up, it can feel like it needs to be acted on right away. But an urge is a wave. It changes, rises, peaks, and passes.

Urge surfing is a way of practicing how to notice the experience without automatically reacting to it. With practice, we can create a little more space between what we feel and what we do.

Save this post and come back to it when you need it. 🌊

09/21/2026

A beautiful moment from my 2026 Portugal retreat. 🇵🇹
One of the things I love most about traveling is being introduced to new ways of seeing, creating, and experiencing the world. Portugal offered so many of those moments, from exploring its culture and history to practicing yoga, creating with clay, sharing meals, and enjoying time together.
This piece of art caught my attention because of its color, layers, and story. It felt like such a fitting reflection of the retreat itself: a mix of different experiences, perspectives, and moments coming together.
Grateful for the memories and for the opportunity to slow down, explore, and be inspired.

08/26/2026

I found this old journal page today, and it made me smile.

It's filled with all the "what ifs" I was asking myself before taking some big steps: hosting retreats, growing my practice in new ways, and creating a life that felt more aligned with who I wanted to become.

What stood out most wasn't the list of goals. It was this question:

"What are the risks of not stepping forward?"

Sometimes we're so focused on what could go wrong that we forget to ask what we might miss by staying where we are.

I'm grateful I kept moving, one small step at a time. And with more retreats on the horizon, it feels like the perfect reminder that growth often starts with a single honest conversation with yourself.

What dream have you been putting off because it feels scary?

08/24/2026

One of my favorite ways to unwind is spending time in the kitchen.

Cooking isn't about making the perfect meal. For me, it's about slowing down, being creative, and enjoying the process. Some days that's exactly what I need after a busy schedule.

It's a reminder that taking care of ourselves often happens in the small moments we choose to be fully present.

What do you love making when you have time to cook? 🍽️💚

08/21/2026

💛 A reminder for today.

"We forget the gold."

Life has a way of pulling our attention toward what's missing or what's difficult. Tara Brach's words remind us that beneath the stress and distractions, our capacity for love, awareness, and resilience is still there.

Sometimes the journey isn't about finding something outside ourselves. It's about remembering the strengths and goodness we've had all along.

What helps you reconnect with your inner "gold"? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

08/19/2026

A simple moment, a genuine smile, and a little reminder to appreciate where you are.

Life has a way of teaching us that we don't have to have everything figured out to enjoy today. We can keep learning, keep growing, and still pause long enough to notice what's going well.

Lately, I've been reminding myself to celebrate progress instead of waiting for perfection.

What's something you're grateful for today? 💚

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