The Inspiring Bee

Finding purpose in climate action.

Author: Brandi

  • Inspiring People: Hawaii House Whisperer

    My husband and I were curious to see an open house nearby. A short walk and conversation later, and I left with something I didn’t plan on-a new friend. Yuki Schenkenberg Takenaka is a realtor, broker for LIST Sotheby’s, realtor coach, and self-proclaimed “house whisperer.” She’s well known among the Mililani community. Her decorating skills…

  • 3 Instant Remedies for Burnout

    I’ve been struggling with fatigue since the clock struck 2017. It’s been a lot of lying around frustrated with not being able to do anything. I’ve always been on a mission to heal. I’ve tried and documented many of my treatments from craniosacral to rolfing. But since the beginning of this year, I haven’t been…

  • What You Get When You Give

    Every year I dreaded my birthday. I always felt like I didn’t have enough or believed in the myth that “more was better.” It was only when I learned that giving provided the things I was really craving in life-love, peace and connection-that the need for more fell away. While my birthday has passed, the…

  • Pineapple Cozy

    While it’s too hot to think of hot drinks, I’ve been itching to replicate a felt cozy like I did for a friend’s gift last Christmas. The desire came from the pain of either burning my hand on a coffee cup or from using those cardboard ones for a second and then throwing it out….

  • Birthday Freebies in Hawaii

    This year I took full advantage of all my birthday freebies. It was like I was a kid again! All of these require you to sign-up in advance so if your birthday is coming up like mine, do it soon. Since everything is so costly in Hawaii, getting free stuff is extra exciting. From free…

  • 3 Myths That Keep You From Happiness

    Our society perpetuates lies. And it’s not just in politics. We’re fed food for happiness that leave us depleted because it gets us striving for all the wrong things. If you’re looking for authentic joy and true happiness in your life, make sure you’re not falling for the following myths: More money equals more happiness. Research…

  • This is…40?!

    I’m about to hit my fourth decade of life. This year has been the hardest-challenging every aspect of my life. Thankfully, I haven’t succumbed to stereotypical mishaps middle-aged men get into like cars, affairs and other crazy ventures. But I’ve been feeling the itch of change coming. Forty is a milestone and I want it…