Nature’s Emotional Metaphors
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Do your kids rely more on you or on others for emotional support and connection?
My Nature-inspired imagery, kids’ book and writing projects grow emotional literacy and empathy in creative ways to turn homes into havens of emotional connection.
Curiosity
When you look inside for the meaning you’re giving an emotion.
Enlightened
When you discover a way to connect through emotions.
Peace in the Storm
When life is sleeting needles but your peace remains inside.
Whimsy
When joy can be found in noticing details.
Ecstasy
When a loving connection lights up a black and white world..
Patterns
When patterns are found within a range of emotions.
Serenity
When reflections in Nature calm frayed nerves.
Ready
When desire, courage and confidence overpower humiliation or shame.
Courage
When going your own way is a leap of faith.
Tolerance
When different perspectives are treated fairly.
Patience
When needs below the surface take time to identify.
Unity
When shared values create community and connection.
Splitting Hairs
When differences add mystery, beauty and nuance to the relationship.
Comfort
When comfort and support repair feelings of betrayal.
Compassion
When compassion for one’s self overpowers feelings of abandonment. [Profits from the purchase of this image will go to horse rescue orgs.]
Resilient
When you remain standing, despite life looks a little shaky.
Mixed Emotions
When emotions are layered or poles apart.
Liberated
When you’re free to run with confidence and joy.
Tenacious
When holding on tight is the first step.
No Worries
When your inner climate is clear and calm.
Idyllic
When you know you’re more than enough to ask for what you need.
Revealing 1
When it feels safe enough to share your deepest layers.
Revealing 2
When you start by revealing a little bit of yourself.
Whirlaway
When it’s time to talk about the urge to run and hide.
Connected
When major differences don’t prevent you from being seen and heard.
Calm Awareness 1
When a calm mind notices so much more. [1st in horizontal triptych]
This is a popular triptych you can create out of the Calm Awareness series in whatever print option you like best.
Calm Awareness 2
When a calm mind notices so much more. [2nd in horizontal triptych]
Calm Awareness 3
When a calm mind notices so much more. [3rd in horizontal triptych]