Alicia M Rodriguez
Alicia M. Rodriguez is a Latina writer and published author who has lived in six countries and traveled extensively. She is gifted with the sensitivity to explore culture, spirituality, storytelling, and magic themes attributed to her Colombian roots and love of Latin American literature. She writes Nothing Is Ordinary on Substack. Alicia lives in the Algarve of Portugal, where her morning cliff walks with her dog Sophie contribute to her creativity and happiness.#consciousliving #slowliving #nothingisordinary #thecontemporarymystic
10 Lessons on Being Fierce for Women - New Blog Post
10 Lessons for Being Fierce: For Women Hello Reader, I thought you'd like to know about today's blog post, 10 Lessons for Being Fierce: for Women Today I offer a 27-minute audio recording recounting a walk through the Ecuadorian rainforest with a family of shamans. This was to be the beginning of my memoir where I chronicle my life in Ecuador: The Shaman's Wife: A Mystical Journey of Surrender and Self-Discovery. READ THE FULL POST HERE Mastering Conscious Living If you'd like to go deeper...
Stepping Out of the Storm Into Calm
Stepping Out of the Storm and Into Calm Hello Reader, Have you registered to receive my blog posts when I post them? If not, check out the blog page to read past posts and register there. There's a saying: "May you live in interesting times." I'm not sure exactly where it comes from but it certainly applies to our times now. We are surrounded by noise coming at us from everywhere. It's easy to despair, to buy into the fear, and to isolate from our community. A friend recently asked me, “Why...
Holding the Center When the World Feels Broken - New Blog Post
Holding the Center When the World Feels Broken: Why Your Inner Growth Matters in Times of Chaos Hello Reader, I thought you'd like to know about today's blog post, Holding the Center When the World Feels Broken: Why Your Inner Growth Matters in Times of Chaos “Why should I care about personal development when the world is going to shit?” It was over a glass of wine – ok, a few glasses of wine- that she asked me that question. It was the end of a stormy day. The evening had started well, with...
Shift Your "WOB" - Revolutionizing Tomorrow
Shift Your "WOB" Hello Reader, You're probably wondering what "WOB" means. It means Way Of Being. In today’s dynamic landscape, visionary leaders and changemakers find themselves navigating a complex tapestry of change — be it environmental shifts, political dynamics, or the pressing issues of social impact and humanitarian concerns. To truly lead in this era demands a distinct mindset, one marked by an openness to diverse perspectives and a profound understanding of oneself, firmly rooted in...
Wonder is How I Understand My World - New Blog Post
Wonder is How I Understand My World Hello Reader, I thought you'd like to know about today's blog post, Wonder is How I Understand My World: Why Art, Nature, Music and the Unknown Keep Me Wondering and Wandering I’m naturally curious and intuitive. I feel my best in nature, especially near the ocean. When I’m home working, I often play music and get up and dance, just because it feels good. In a world that seems to be driven by technology and where most people no longer say hello with their...
Join me at the INTUITION Summit
Hello Reader, Next week you can meet 13 wise women. (And yes, I'm one of them!) These women are all experts in their fields and use their intuition in business, love, and life. All 13 audio interviews are featured in The IN to your INTUITION Summit. {10 - 14th Feb ~ Join us HERE if you have not already ~ FREE to Join!} The summit is a week of listening at your leisure to these wise women so that you can tune IN to your inner wisdom, and learn HOW to strengthen your relationship with yourself...
Trusting the Compass Within
Listening to Your Intuition During Life’s Transitions Hello Reader, Life has a way of nudging us toward change, doesn’t it? Sometimes, it whispers—like the subtle feeling that something in our routine isn’t quite right. Other times, it roars—a job ends, a relationship shifts, or we find ourselves at a crossroads, unsure of which way to go. In these moments, intuition becomes our greatest ally. It’s that quiet voice, that knowing deep in our bones, that offers clarity and truth when everything...
Releasing the Weight of Guilt - New Blog Post
Releasing the Weight of Guilt Hello Reader, I thought you'd like to know about today's blog post, Releasing the Weight of Guilt: Why it's time to redefine guilt and reclaim your wellbeing. Women are masters of guilt. We feel it constantly—sometimes for things we didn’t even do, as if the happiness and wellbeing of everyone around us rest solely on our shoulders. Here’s the truth: we have a deep misunderstanding of guilt. READ THE FULL POST HERE VIRTUAL VIDEO SESSIONS If you're struggling with...
Inspiration from the Algarve: Lessons in Rest
A Story of Reflection and Renewal Hello Reader, Recently, I stood on the cliffs of the Algarve, watching the waves crash against the rocks. Seagulls floated effortlessly on the air currents. As the clouds passed overhead, they changed the color of the water from blue to silver and then a darker shade of grey. I could feel myself breathe and my body relax, even though I was still aware and attentive to my surroundings. I had a good night's rest that evening, which gave me an additional dose of...
Career Transitions Made Easier: Join Our LinkedIn Live Series
Expert tips and guidance to navigate job loss, transitions, and starting fresh with confidence. Hello Reader, I'm excited to share that I’ll be a guest on a LinkedIn Live series hosted by Melina Cordero, focused on navigating career transitions. As Melina beautifully puts it:"It's about the much deeper pursuits we call career, identity, confidence, purpose, and passion. Something that makes waking up much more exciting and falling asleep much easier." I couldn’t agree more. Together, we’ve...