Karen Kurchyne, Peace Gardener: Cultivating the Beauty in You

09/10/2026

You should rest today.
In the knowledge that you’re doing the best job you can. And when you can do better, you will. Still, right now it’s the best. And that is good enough, friend.

Good enough. Rest.

09/09/2026

It’s okay to be tired. It’s okay to not hold anyone else up. It’s okay to say, ‘no’ without explanation. It’s okay to reserve your energy for you.

It’s okay to take care of yourself.
First.
Now.
And until you are strong enough again to be there in full for anyone else.

Because You matter too.
❤️

09/08/2026

Just out the window this morning, three chickadees are perching on top of our burning bush. And I heard Bob Marley and The Wailers, Three Little Birds…

“Don’t worry about a thing,
Cause every little thing
Gonna be alright.

Rise up this morning,
Smile with the rising sun,
Three little birds perched by my doorstep
Singing sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true,
Singing, ‘This is my message to you.’

And chickadee brings the message of speaking your truth in a way that heals and balances. While being fearless and bold.

“.. there are seven primary types of chickadees, connecting the bird to the mysticism of the number seven, the seven major planets, and the seven chakra centers. When these energy centers are balanced, it brings a clearer realization and joyful expression of truth.”, Ted Andrews

Speak your truth, and make a mighty joyful noise. And every little thing’s gonna be alright.

Powerful message this morning.

09/07/2026

“There’s a reason that the rear view mirror is smaller than the windshield.”, as said by Ted Lasso.

There’s so much more to look forward to than where you’ve been. Let the past fade as you greet the wide open adventure in front of you.

09/06/2026

Be grateful for today like a kid opening gifts on their birthday. Each moment is an exciting surprise.

09/05/2026

Shine your brightest light. ✨

09/04/2026

You know how it feels to have someone go out of their way to compliment you. So go out of your way to give someone else that feeling.

Tell someone they shine today ✨

09/03/2026

It’s not going to change. If it was, it would have by now.

This is your sign.

It’s time for you to move on.
Free yourself.

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

I often use the phrase, “get your feet to dirt”. It means to move to the earth to ground, center, and release. I heard someone this morning use the shortened phrase, “touch grass”. An easy mantra to remind yourself you’re overloaded with thoughts and emotions, and you need some time with living nature.

Two words, deeply connected & freeing.
Use it at your reminder today.