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Be The Bridge, Not The Fire
What if staying human mattered more than being right? Disagreement doesn't have to mean disconnection. Check out this gentle reminder that love, respect, curiosity, and humanity can keep relationships intact. Learn to be the bridge, not the fire — stay connected despite differences.

Michelle Castle
2 days ago2 min read


It's OK To Not Be OK
Feeling like you’re not okay? This heartfelt reflection offers permission to pause, feel, and remember that being human is enough.

Michelle Castle
Jan 252 min read


In a Divisive World There’s Power of The Pause: Calm Anxiety
The divisiveness is loud right now, and many of us are feeling the weight of constant urgency and anxiety. In this blog, I share how the power of pause helps calm the nervous system, shift conversations, and respond with intention instead of reaction.

Michelle Castle
Jan 132 min read


We Don’t Remember What Happened. We Remember How It Felt.
Perception isn’t about facts — it’s about feelings. A reflection on memory, emotion, and family moments, and how shifting the lens can soften conversations and heal relationships.

Michelle Castle
Dec 19, 20252 min read


Belonging at the Holiday Table (Not Just Blending In)
Struggling to feel like yourself during holiday gatherings? Learn how to choose belonging over fitting in with practical grounding tips and LIT-inspired guidance.

Michelle Castle
Nov 25, 20253 min read


Calming the Chaos Within
Boost your mood and calm your nervous system with this simple, daily PLAY method guide! Learn how to pause, notice, and activate the happiness chemicals that keep you feeling balanced, energized, and LIT.

Michelle Castle
Oct 30, 20253 min read
Preparing for Presence
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about presence—how it feels, how it shifts the body, and how much I need it as I prepare for our Living...

Michelle Castle
Sep 28, 20252 min read


Hats Off | A Newsletter for Living LIT
Tired of chasing perfection? Discover how shifting from perfection to intention can bring clarity, balance, and peace into your daily life. Try these simple reflection practices.

Michelle Castle
Sep 8, 20252 min read


Hats Off with Michelle Castle
Welcome to Hats Off—a space for real talk, inspired moments, and honest reflections from whichever hat I happen to be wearing when I sit...

Michelle Castle
Jun 23, 20253 min read
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