FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY
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Your weekly dose of inspiration, practical tools, and honest reflections for living a bold, moxie-filled life.
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 For the past few years, summer has gotten lost in the endless to-do list of things, and before I know it, summer is gone, and I didn't have time to relax and enjoy it. So, this year, I've decided to write a letter to the season of summer with my intentions of enjoying it more. Dear Summer, Let's find some ways to hang out together and invite in some peace, joy, and magic. Let's commit to... 1. Taking coffee outside at least 2 mornings a week and listening to nature. 2. Create a little writing and reading space outside. 3. Watching more sunsets and sunrises. 4. Walking around Lake Le-Aqua-Na weekly. 5. Farmers' Markets on Saturday mornings. Sound good? Yes. Then, Summer, let's be friends. xxooxx, Robin What letter would you like to write to the season of Summer? MAGICAL THINGS TO CHECK OUT ORACLE CARD OF THE WEEKBe Courageous - Embrace Your Inner Power Oracle Deck  Inspiration for Action. Courage. The Message: Where are you concealing, resisting, or hiding your feelings from yourself or others? There is strength in being messy and vulnerable. What emotion needs your attention today? Embrace your messy and vulnerable side today.
 I've decided to take a little break from offering summer in-person workshops. Instead, I've been inspired to follow my heart and offer a... 1:1 Sound Bath Experience Relax Your Body. Clear Your Mind. Reignite Your Spark. Step away from the noise and into a deeply calming space designed just for you. This one-on-one sound bath session invites you to fully relax, unwind, and let go. With the soothing tones of a crystal harp, Tibetan singing bowls, chimes, and other gentle instruments, you’ll be guided into a peaceful, meditative state where your body can reset and your mind can breathe. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, creatively blocked, or simply in need of a pause—you’ll leave this session feeling refreshed, centered, and reconnected with your inner clarity. What to Expect:
Where/When: Nature’s Treasure Saturday 6/14/2025 10 am-5 pm Appointments are required - 815-858-3722 Investment: $50 for a 45-minute 1:1 session Ready to step into stillness and reconnect with your creative spark? Contact Sandy at Nature’s Treasure to book your session. MAGICAL THINGS TO CHECK OUT  ORACLE CARD OF THE WEEKFollow Your Heart - Embrace Your Inner Power Oracle Deck  Clear expression of intentions. Alignment. Action. Purpose. Presence. Power. The Message: Years ago, I followed my passion for medicinal herbs by becoming a certified herbalist. I earned a certificate in aromatherapy, cultivated and harvested my own herbs, and developed unique blends of tea and lotion. I also worked part-time as a mentor at the Australasian College of Herbal Studies. However, since alternative medicine was still a relatively new concept in my area, my business struggled to gain attention, and sales were minimal.
Balancing the demands of a full-time job with growing and harvesting plants became increasingly difficult. Ultimately, I had to close my business, which left me feeling disheartened and disappointed. Consequently, I chose to abandon my passion for growing herbs and creating tea and lotions and instead concentrated on pursuing a corporate career. I lost faith in myself and my dreams and chose to play it safe. Years later, upon hearing my story, a teacher gave me the wisest advice, which I have paraphrased… “Experiencing disappointment does not equate to failure or the inability to obtain what you desire. Rather, it indicates that you still want your dream, but it may need to manifest differently.” 20 years later, I stumbled upon PlantWave, a device that turns plant signals into music. Combining my knowledge of medicinal herbs and music, I now create healing plant music that I have incorporated into my workshops and one-on-one sessions. Reflection Questions:
 For years, I talked about writing a book. And for just as many years, I had the same excuse: Who would even want to read my story? That changed in January 2020. I was in Minneapolis, having dinner at Hazelwood with a longtime colleague. We were in Minneapolis for the week, helping a client map out a future roadmap. Somewhere between appetizers and the second glass of wine, Bob asked me a simple but bold question: What’s your story? So, I gave him the Cliff Notes version. After I finished, Bob looked me straight in the eye and said: You need to write that book. There are people who need to hear how your betrayals weren’t the end of your story. They were the ignition. His words stuck. Fast forward three years—after plenty of self-doubt, detours, and a dozen more excuses—I finally decided to make time to write my story. In May 2025, I finally released MOXIE. MOXIE is a bold declaration of what’s possible when you stop asking for permission and start pursuing your dreams! So, let me ask you—what dream have you been holding onto? Is there a story that is holding you back? A story of not having enough time? A story of not having enough money? A story around no one will buy this or want this? Because here’s the thing: The dream you want to pursue but think no one wants...might be the exact thing someone else needs . Your Next Bold Move Call to Action: 🌟 Curious about the betrayal that sparked my journey? You can read a sample of MOXIE for free on Amazon. 🌟 Ready to stop spinning your wheels? I offer 1:1 mentoring to help you get unstuck and start moving forward towards Your Next Bold Move. MAGICAL THINGS TO CHECK OUT Testimonial: I just opened the book and it flipped to 2 areas that I had just talked with someone about this morning. It was a magical synchronicity to go right to the page on serendipity!!!! I can wait to dip in the rest of the book. Thank you Robin for following your heart and writing. ~Lori ORACLE CARD OF THE WEEKBook Magic - Embrace Your Inner Power Oracle Deck  Magic. Spiritual guidance. Curiosity. New ideas. The Message: The first time I experienced the magic of books was when I was walking through O'Hare Airport. On the outside, my life seemed perfect with a successful career and a happy marriage, but on the inside, I felt like everything was falling apart. As I passed by the airport bookstore, a particular book caught my eye. It was a book that I wouldn't typically choose to read, but it intrigued me. I ended up buying the book and finished reading it within just two days. The book ignited a spark in me that I hadn't felt in years - a sense of excitement. It also made me realize how I had hidden parts of myself to fit in and be accepted in both my personal and professional life.
Books have a portable magic to them. The right book always appears with the answer I'm looking for right after I ask the unsolvable question. Some of my personal favorites:
One morning, I decided to take a break from writing and do some yoga. While I was doing yoga, a book on my bookshelf caught my attention. After finishing my yoga session, I opened the book, and it inspired the design layout for a book I was working on. Several weeks later, while doing yoga again, another book caught my eye - "This Is Your Mind On Plants." I chuckled as it reminded me to start creating some plant sound clips. It's true what they say - books speak... you just need to listen. Reflection Questions:
 The weather is warming, the sky is blue, and everything in me says… It’s time! After a year of pouring my heart, soul, and hard-won wisdom into it, I’m thrilled to share that my book, MOXIE: 15 Minutes to Clarity, Courage, & Confidence is officially launching. This book was born from a deep knowing: that so many of us have outgrown the lives we’ve built. We’re craving something more aligned. More bold. More fulfilling. But where do you start when you know something needs to shift… and you’re not quite sure what that looks like yet? That’s the space I’ve lived through, worked in, and now written into a simple yet powerful process — one that helps you:
In just 15 minutes a day, this framework helps you reset your focus, re-connect with your heart, and re-discover your inner magic. Because here’s the truth: You don’t need to burn it all down to live boldly. You just need the right process, the right questions, and the courage to listen within. This book is your invitation to start doing exactly that. I'll be sharing more about the launch in the coming weeks, including special bonuses and how you can be part of spreading the message. But for now, I wanted to say thank you. You’ve been part of this journey, whether you knew it or not. Here’s to reclaiming your Moxie — and stepping into your next chapter with clarity, confidence, and courage. Grab your copy of Moxie now and start your 15-minute daily journey back to clarity, confidence, and courage. Warmly, Robin Intuitive Life Strategist + Moxie Mentor MAGICAL THINGS TO CHECK OUT ORACLE CARD OF THE WEEKNo Mud, No Lotus - Embrace Your Inner Power Oracle Deck Victorious. Forgiveness. Letting Go of Grief. Recovering and Reconciling Past Wounds. The Message: One must grow through mud and dirty pond water to bloom into a beautiful lotus flower. The lotus reminds us that it can survive and shine brightly regardless of circumstances. Below are some of my experiences with adversity and the subsequent beautiful results.
Betrayal by a business partner allowed me to start an extraordinary life I had never envisioned.
Every muddy, hard experience has allowed me to shine and see the experience as a gift. Reflection Questions:
 There comes a time when you just know that something in your life isn’t fitting anymore. It might be a job, a relationship, or an old belief that no longer aligns with who you are becoming. The discomfort settles in, and though it’s not always easy to admit, the winds of change begin to stir, asking you to let go of what no longer serves you. At first, you resist. You cling to the familiar, even though it’s starting to feel too small for the person you’ve become. It’s hard to step away from the known — from the safety of the status quo. Yet, deep inside, you feel a quiet urging, a pull towards something different. You’re standing at the threshold of change, and on the other side is a door, waiting to be opened. This is the Door of Possibilities — a space where your next step is guided not by certainty, but by trust in the unknown. It's where resistance meets opportunity and where letting go of what’s holding you back is the key to stepping into something new and expansive. As you face this door, you might feel uncertainty creeping in, but it’s also where your next chapter begins. The soil is rich for new growth, and with each small step, you plant the seeds of your future. So, I invite you to stop, pause, and reflect... What is no longer fitting in your life? Is it time to release it? The beauty of this moment is that it doesn't require all the answers. It only asks that you take that first step, trusting that you're making progress toward something much bigger by releasing what's no longer working. Where will your door of possibilities lead you this week? What’s no longer fitting in your life, and how can you create space for what’s calling you next? I’d love to hear your thoughts. Feel free to reply and share your reflections, or even just the smallest shift you’re ready to embrace. Your journey might inspire others to take that leap as well. MAGICAL THINGS TO CHECK OUTAre new possibilities calling you? Perhaps you are filled with self-doubt, and as a result, you are hiding your light and your gifts from the world. Listen to this 1-minute Nature Sound bath to nudge you forward. ORACLE CARD OF THE WEEKDoor Of Possibilities - Embrace Your Inner Power Oracle Deck  Exploration. Expansiveness. Curiosity. New Possibilities. The Message: A few years ago, I came across a book titled "Big Magic" by Elizabeth Gilbert. In it, the author shares a compelling experience about losing her motivation to write and turning to gardening instead. While gardening, she discovered fascinating plants that ultimately inspired her to write her next book, "The Signature of All Things: A Novel." What I truly appreciate about "Big Magic" is how Gilbert encourages readers to explore their interests and passions, helping them uncover the unique talents that lie within each of us.
In May 2022, I purchased the house next to the Kent Emporium and began a summer project focused on weeding and planting. When people asked about my plans for the home, I explained that my priority was to restore the yard, which had been neglected for years. So, that's exactly what I dedicated my entire summer to—pulling weeds and planting flowers. During this time, I came across a new musical device known as the PlantWave, which not only functions as a device but also as an instrument. This unique tool converts a plant's electrical signals into music. As I experimented with the PlantWave, I noticed that the plants appeared to communicate with me in a way. One early morning, I became particularly fascinated by the music produced by Yucca plants, so I recorded a sound clip of their melodies. On another day, I heard beautiful music and wondered where it was coming from. My friend suggested that my Petunias were the source. When I connected them to the PlantWave, I was delighted to hear the same angelic music. Now, plant music has become an integral part of my sound therapy sessions and shamanic journeys. My summer obsession with yard work also led me to discover a hidden talent for creating plant music.
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Robin Rosenstiel"Joy in the Journey" is your weekly dose of inspiration, practical tools, and honest reflections for living a bold, moxie-filled life. It’s about embracing every twist and turn on the path to creating a life on your own terms—celebrating the wins, learning from the challenges, and finding joy in the process of becoming your most authentic self Archives
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