Monthly Archives: June 2014

Treasuring the Elder

By Tiffany A. Dedeaux I am, in part, a partner pilgrim walking into the sacred spaces of those who dare to quest for a vision. One particular man was seeking to be initiated as an elder when I smudged him … Continue reading

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Edge of Mystery

You will meet me at the edge of mystery… The place where things are ending And the beginning is yet to be seen. ~ Tiffany A. Dedeaux

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Celestial Center

For me balance, finding my own personal celestial center is calibrated every year on the Summer solstice. It is my soulstice. This is when I honor the time that I fasted and prayed to be healed and to have a … Continue reading

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Defining Balance

By Tiffany A. Dedeaux Balance is defined as equal distribution. I think some people think of “life balance” and “living in balance” as everything in equal parts. I don’t see it that way. Sometimes when I struggle it is because … Continue reading

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All is not Lost

By Tiffany A. Dedeaux “Why do you want to live in Bellingham?” my husband has often asked me. I kept trying to explain and then one night on the way home a large buck strode up a driveway near the … Continue reading

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Lost and Found

By Tiffany A. Dedeaux I have been inspired by Deer crossing my path. In consulting Animal Speak I am reminded that the hunt for Deer takes us into the wilderness where we get lost and have new adventures. Deer is … Continue reading

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Pioneering a Way

By Tiffany A. Dedeaux In the moment that Deer reminded me of my call as a Career Coach and how to address challenges in career satisfaction, I realized that Deer is a pioneer. Deer, when called by the Great Spirit, … Continue reading

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Finding Connection

By Tiffany A. Dedeaux My Ebony Sister asked me what I needed for this next chapter of my work. As I am answering and realizing that I need to focus my work, she begins sharing with me what resonates in … Continue reading

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Remind Me

By Tiffany A. Dedeaux Remind me that I’m a Sacred Warrior When all I know is what I feel. Remind me I’m a Sacred Warrior When what I see is what is real. Remind me I am …Strong and lean … Continue reading

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Plants are Revealing

By Tiffany A. Dedeaux In considering my nature as a mirror for my life I thought it a keen observation that in moving to Bellingham I also made more of a commitment to my coaching practice, Sacred Time.  Changing careers … Continue reading

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