The Inspiring Bee

Finding purpose in climate action.

Author: Brandi

  • Part II: Living Joyfully with Bonnie St. John

    This was one of my first interviews. And still a favorite. If you’re feeling down about a recent failure or you don’t know how to go from where you are to where you want to be, then you’ll definitely want to read this… I love what you say in Following Dreams about the difference with…

  • Good Idea Gone Bad

    I was hesitant to post my latest painting. But it’s been awhile since I’ve had the time to do anything creative or crafty so I decided to show you what happens when a good painting goes bad. Basically, I had a great idea to paint something for my office. The pencil drawing actually came out…

  • Easy Weekend Craft

    To get your creative juices flowing this weekend, why not try making your own DIY necklace? This is the same necklace I briefly mentioned here and the good news is that like all of my MIM (Made It Myself) crafts it’s fast, easy and cheap! Here’s what you need: Materials: 1 circular pendant with green…

  • You’re That Much Closer to Making a Decision

    Make Conscious Decisions When fearful, our options seem limited but when we are at peace, more possibilities open up.  Go over your list of what ifs again and see if you can incorporate a more balanced list of the best and worst scenarios possible.  Then talk to love ones about what you would do in…

  • More Tips for Dealing With Change

    Don’t React So what do we do when we don’t know what to do?  First, stop, take a deep breath and don’t do anything. Eckhart Tolle, spiritual teacher and author of Stillness Speaks says to “become at ease with the state of ‘not knowing’.” It is having faith and trusting what you do know in…

  • Dealing with Life’s Greatest Uncertainties: 6 Ways to Welcome Change in Your Life

    “Ruin is a gift. Ruin is the road to transformation.” So said Julia Robert acting as Elizabeth Gilbert in movie based on her memoir Eat, Pray, Love. Yet, it’s a road that most would avoid at all cost. When a recent event such as a job loss, end of a relationship or illness has shaken…

  • You Have My Permission…

    One thing we forget when we get to be adults is that we always knew what we wanted to be when we grew up. And we already lived the life that we dream of. There was a time when we were kids when the world was big and scary, but in a single moment anything…