Have I mentioned how much I love this time of year? The gardens, yards, and farms are all abundant with fruits, veggies, and flowers. My creativity, too, is in abundance mode.

While being busy with presentations and performances at various summer events, I’m also in the midst of working on my third book, preparing to offer next month’s The Alchemy of Core Beliefs online course, and much more. How about you? Is your creativity going wild as we move into late summer?

Here are some good reads and helpful links to inspire your weekend!

Getting outdoors more often has amazing health benefits – and summer is the perfect time to go “forest bathing.”

When was the last time you used a coloring book? It’s a great way to meditate…

Have you powered through your summer reading list already? Here are some great sci-fi books to check out.

I found this article very interesting. Which Buddhist personality type are you? I think I’m greedy…

If you want to ramp up your creative flow with writing prompts, here’s a wonderful collection.

Late last month, the music director of Dark Follies, Stephen Carpenter, was hit by a car and badly injured while he was out running. We’re taking part in a benefit concert and silent auction next week to help him with medical expenses and lost wages. There’s also a GoFundMe page if you’re not able to attend. Please help support this wonderful man as he recovers and returns to drumming and performing!

Looking to expand your personal creativity and have more fun in  your daily life? Download my free e-book, Open Your Creative Portals, and soak in the inspiration!