Nature’s Emotional Metaphors

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Do your kids rely more on you or 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]