Meet Akiroq

The True Nature of Burnout

Imagine a well-tended garden. You could spend hours watering, pruning, and weeding, yet if the soil itself is depleted—if its very foundation is struggling—no amount of surface-level care will yield thriving plants. This is precisely how burnout works in our lives. It's not about the quantity of energy we expend but rather the quality of our relationship with our work and ourselves.

The Messy Middle

"You shouldn’t complain. So many people around the world face this reality every day." This perspective is grounding and important. It reminds me of my privilege and connects me to global awareness. But I’m learning that acknowledging others’ harder realities doesn’t invalidate our own struggles. We can hold both truths: That we are privileged and that we are also human, experiencing challenges that affect us deeply.

The Sacred Triangle

In the rush of modern life, we often forget that our greatest source of wisdom lies not in external validation or endless searching, but in the sacred space within ourselves.   Today, we'll explore how three interconnected elements: Calmness, Sanctuary, and Clarity, create a powerful foundation for accessing your inner guidance system.

Finding Light in the Darkest Times

In the face of devastating loss, it’s natural to feel consumed by darkness. The recent fires in Los Angeles have left many feeling unmoored, grappling with the loss of homes, possessions, and the sense of safety we often take for granted. In these moments of profound challenge, experiencing pain, fear, and even despair doesn’t mean we’re broken – it means we’re human.

Flowing with Divine Timing

Imagine a river winding its way through a lush valley. It doesn’t rush or strain, yet it carves its path with effortless grace. It flows around obstacles, nourishes the land, and trusts the pull of gravity to guide it to its destination. What if we could approach our lives with that same sense of trust and flow? Just like the river, we are invited to release the need to force or control and instead align ourselves with the natural rhythms of life. When we do, a quiet confidence emerges – one that doesn’t need to shout or prove but simply trusts that we are always being guided by love and divine timing.

When the Water’s Gone, But Your Sense of Humor Isn’t

Picture this: It's day five of no running water, there's an unusual cold front, and I'm sitting here in leggings, a winter dress, and a sweater, huddled under an electric blanket because we don't have heat either. You could cry about it, or you could do what we did—choose to find the silver linings in an otherwise uncomfortable situation.

The Sacred Art of Emotional Alchemy

Have you ever noticed how emotions shimmer like stars in the night sky of our consciousness? Some bright, some dim, some seemingly out of reach – yet all of them asking to be acknowledged, to be seen, to be felt.

From Striving to Flowing

In the quiet spaces between our hurried steps, there lies a river of truth: Our greatest strength emerges not from swimming upstream but from surrendering to the current. Today, we explore the delicate dance between intention and release, between offering ourselves fully and letting go of the need to control outcomes.

When Past Pain Echoes

As coaches, we often guide our clients through their emotional landscapes, helping them navigate triggers and past wounds. Today, I want to share a personal experience that illuminates the power of mindful observation and the opportunity for growth that lies within our emotional responses.

You Are What You Eat: A Guide to Mindful Media Consumption

Imagine waking up and scrolling through headlines filled with disasters, conflicts, and controversy. Before you've even had breakfast, you feel anxious and drained. Sound familiar? In our hyperconnected world, we’re constantly swimming in a sea of information, opinions, and (let's be honest) a fair amount of negative content. How do we balance our right to free speech, our desire to stay informed, and our need for psychological well-being?

The Invisible Threads That Hold Our Dreams Together

I love cooking. The creative process of combining ingredients, the satisfaction of making something delicious from scratch, the joy of sharing food with others—it's all deeply fulfilling. But here's my confession: I absolutely hate doing dishes. And I'm the kind of cook who uses every pot, pan, and utensil in the kitchen. The aftermath of my culinary adventures often looks like a tornado hit my kitchen.

The Art of True Discipline

Let me share something that made me laugh this morning on my way back from the gym. At the end of last year, I had crafted what I thought was the perfect fitness plan for 2025: A variety of physical activities, complete with a fun wheel to spin each day to choose my workout. Sounds creative and motivating, right?

Carrot or Stick?

Picture this: It's January 1st, and you're staring at yourself in the mirror thinking, "I hate how I look," or "I'm disgusted by my habits." Sound familiar? This negative self-talk might feel motivating, but it's actually sabotaging your resolutions before they even begin.

Flowering Spirit: A Year of Sacred Becoming

Today, instead of sharing an article, I wanted to do something a little different to celebrate the New Year with you! This is also my opportunity to say a heartfelt Thank You. I am so grateful to be here, connecting with all of you in this wonderful community. To honor the New Year—and as a token of my gratitude—I’ve created this for you: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1axAgrukG47GfcmK-_qoRn-O3gcqqzSOe/view?usp=sharing Feel free to download, use, print, and share it however you like (just please don’t resell it). Enjoy, and Happy New Year! 🎉

Throwing Shade at Your Sleep Problems

Ever feel like your internal clock is running on a different time zone? Like your body thinks 3 AM is party time while 8 AM meetings feel like cruel and unusual punishment? You're not alone – and the answer might be as simple as letting there be light!

The 90-Degree Solution: How Changing Direction Changes Everything

For years, I've had what seemed like a peculiar habit: when anxiety strikes or nightmares disrupt my sleep, I rotate my position by 90 or 180 degrees—either just myself or sometimes the entire bed. Yes, you read that right. While others count sheep, I'm turning my bed into a giant directional experiment. But here's the kicker: it works every time.

The Big Lean In

This morning, my alarm clock had other plans. Instead of my usual gym routine, I found myself with an unexpected chunk of time. Rather than spiraling into self-criticism or disappointment, I did what I call "The Big Lean-In"

The Fire We Feed

Imagine someone shoots a flaming arrow into your camp. The logical response would be to extinguish it quickly, minimizing damage. But what if, instead, you found yourself gathering wood to feed that unwanted fire? What if you spent hours, days, even weeks, meticulously maintaining the very flame that was meant to harm you?

The Hidden Gifts of Change

Change is a constant in life. Yet, for many of us, it feels uncomfortable, even threatening. We instinctively cling to the familiar, often resisting change with all our might. But what if we viewed change differently? What if we saw it as an opportunity rather than a loss?