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Soulful Resilience Beyond Childloss

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Hello Soulful Adventurers,

“She realized that she was stronger than she ever thought possible.” ~ Nancy Yuskaitis

This goes out to all of you who have experienced the loss of a loved one and or have lived through difficult and challenging life circumstances.

After the heartbreak of child loss for the second time, with two daughters in heaven, I struggled with my will to go on, to continue living with hope, passion and joy as the darkness of grief sought to overwhelm me.

Every day took immense effort to sit with my grief, feel my emotions and look for glimmers of hope to lift the heavy weight of sadness and despair.

I began each day with thoughts of what does one do when they are overcome with the emotions of a reality they cannot change.

I realized in my heart that sometimes I may need to stay in this place of sadness and grieve for as long as it takes but as it became overwhelming I felt myself slipping into a dark place.

I fought hard to gather my energy and allow myself to be uplifted with light of hope and inner peace.

At first, this required my focused attention to nurture my broken heart. Loss can take an open, loving heart and just as suddenly as a loss can occur, the pain of immense grief can feel as if your heart was shattered in a million pieces and will never heal again.

I am here to tell you that it will. It will never be the same as it was before your loss, but it can still be beautiful in its new form.

In time, day by day, step by step, with awareness and intention your big beautiful heart will begin to soften its sharp edges and allow light to seep into the cracks opening the closed parts and mending the broken ones.

I celebrate how far I have come in my grief journey. It is something I carry with me always like my daughters spirit tucked inside my heart. I strive to recognize my inner strength and soulful resilience and embrace my ability to make each day going forward the best it can be with self compassion, mindfulness, gratitude and unlimited soulful selfcare inspired adventures.

I have a heart full of empathy and love for you and I have faith that you too are stronger than you ever thought possible. I hope that my story of grief and loss will uplift and inspire you as you seek to heal from traumatic loss.

With my love,

Nancy

2025 Soulful Inspired Word of the Year

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As we begin a new year I realize that each of us may be experiencing it differently depending on our life situation, circumstances and mindset. Rather than focusing on resolutions I believe that setting intentions for ourselves is more beneficial to our healing and wellbeing.

One way to do this is to choose a “one word intention” for 2025 that encompasses your desired intentions for this year. I chose the word “EVOLVE” to support and encourage my growth and wellbeing in this new year.

I invite you to mindfully look through the list I have prepared of suggested intentions and to choose one that speaks to your heart and soul exactly where you are right now. If there is another word of intention that comes to mind then you are encouraged to choose it going forward.

Please write your word down in a journal and describe what this intention word means to you and your life then confirm it, wholeheartedly. As you journal throughout the days and months ahead keep your “word’ for the year in mind as you transform, heal and grow through grief and or difficult life circumstances. Wishing you a soulful year filled with uplifting moments of joy, health and wellbeing along with mystical, magical and mindful moments of self care and signs from the afterlife.

Blessings of peace, comfort and light to you, always.

~ Nancy Yuskaitis

Birthday Blessings: Heart Inspired Adventure

By Nancy Yuskaitis

💐 Hello Beautiful Souls,

𝗠𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲

🍰 It’s my birthday week.

A lovely adventure filled with various celebrations that have been uplifting, nurturing and heartwarming to my soulful spirit.

Along with my husband and friends there has been singing, dancing and dining joyfully as I step into a new age and time in my life feeling cherished and celebrated.

Many in my close circle and beyond have graciously offered blessings, birthday wishes and kind acknowledgment of what my presence in their life personally means to them.

This in itself is a true gift.

In its purest form we all want to feel like we matter to those we love and to be seen and heard in whatever colorful and compassionate way we present ourselves to the world.

In my birthday meditation I received seven gifts to take with me into this next year.

📘 A blank book to fill with all the wisdom and guidance I have received for my own healing from grief and loss to share with the world.

🍇 A large basket of fruit to symbolize the generosity of spirit and graciousness I express in welcoming others into my life.

💐 A beautiful bouquet of flowers from my two daughters in heaven to show their love and admiration for being the best mom they could have asked for.

🔮 A crystal ball to imprint with my intentions for my life moving forward from this day of birth.

⛩️ A Buddah bringing peace to my heart and radiating out to the world in zen inspired adventures.

🌎 A world globe symbolizing sharing my light and essence in rippling waves of love, compassion and colorful expression.

💗 A rose quartz heart placed within my heart healing my sorrow, feelings of loss and disappointment and filling it with love and joy.

May each of you feel appreciated and cherished on your birthday and always.

Love and gratitude,
~ Nancy Yuskaitis

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An Exquisite Sign from Heaven: Spirit Inspired Adventure

By Nancy Yuskaitis

Hello Beautiful Souls,

Early yesterday morning as I walked around our Santa Fe backyard I became aware of a gorgeous large yellow butterfly sitting on the edge of our water fountain. After taking a dip in the water this beautiful tiger swallowtail enjoyed wandering through our flower garden as I stood watching from a few feet away for about ten minutes.

A home technician, by the name of Thomas happened to be outside with me at the time and we were both excited to witness the gentle presence of this beauty.

My intuition kept prompting me to say something out loud that I debated on sharing with a stranger. As more time passed and the butterfly seemed in no hurry to leave, I couldn’t contain my feelings about this being a sign from the afterlife any longer.

My daughter passed away a few years ago and she often sends a sign to me through the visit of a yellow butterfly floating by.

His response was immediate and heartfelt as he began to express that his best friend had passed not too long ago and recently sent him a white butterfly to confirm that he is still with him.

Oh my gosh, we could relate. We both felt the importance of receiving signs from heaven and were so grateful for the gift of this one.

Suddenly, the butterfly lifted off the ground, landed on my hip and rested on a belt I was wearing around my waist. Stunned, I froze and quietly smiled as we both watched with pure delight and amazement.

After a long minute or two she begin a slow climb up to my shoulder where she stayed for another few minutes before flying off and over the adobe wall.

Thankfully, someone was there who was equally touched by this magical experience to share in the joy and capture a series of photo’s as this butterfly climbed from my waist to my shoulder.

It was a comforting and reassuring sign as a few days ago was the sixth anniversary of my daughter’s passing and I felt she had already sent a butterfly just like this one to catch my attention by having it swirl around my head a few times while I sat in the garden talking on the phone with our niece in California.

This was above and beyond anything I’ve ever experienced and truly an exquisite sign that the love and connection from our loved ones in spirit can uplift, comfort and encourage us, always.

Happy Soulful Adventuring!

~ Nancy Yuskaitis

In Loving Memory of my daughter, Crystal ~ July 10

By Nancy Yuskaitis

My bright, bubbly blue-eyed daughter lived for two decades on an addiction train before it crashed the final and last time six years ago today.  I boarded that train with her hundreds of times to support, console, encourage, empower, love and heal during its journey into the light of rebirth and to the depths of emotional darkness.  

The joys of improved well being was contagious and overflowed with hope and promise, only to be met face to face with the harsh reality of relapse.  

Watching your child or loved one struggle with addiction is so terrifying that in some strange way I was practicing my own version of soulful self care and self preservation emotionally while remaining hopeful for her recovery.  Many of the mystical, magical and mindful practices I implemented in my life during those decades when life was out of control for her somehow translated to finding peace, comfort and joy when none existed.  

My dedication to seeking resilience with intentional living and my connection to the spirit world led to my expression of The Art of Soulful Inspired Living as I set out to reclaim healing in my own life and the lives I touch.

Upon her passing, my heart was shattered in a million pieces, and my world turned upside down yet I knew from personal experience that hearing from her in spirit was the only relief I could receive to ease my broken spirit.  

I knew Crystal was fully aware of my ability to listen to the souls of those who had crossed over, and as far back as she could remember I would talk with her older sister, Jennifer.

The hours, days and years that have followed have provided immense comfort, compassion and confirmation that love and life continue on in afterlife communication and guidance from our loved ones.

They are always lovingly watching over us as we transform, heal and grow.

Love and Light,

Nancy Yuskaitis

Destination: Artfully Inspired Adventure ~ Mosaic Art House, Dunedin, Florida

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Hello Soulful Adventurers,

𝗗𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
𝗠𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲, 𝗗𝘂𝗻𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻, 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮

I have been intrigued by mosaic art since my husband and I visited Park Guell in Barcelona, Spain over two decades ago.

After immersing myself in the magical ambiance of Park Guell which is artfully designed in incredible mosaics by the famous architect, Antonio Gaude I arrived home determined to learn this beautiful art form.

Mosaic Art House

For the next few years I embellished everything I could with cut glass and ceramic chips that I cut and collected while enjoying working with mosaic art before moving onto fusing glass and jewelry design which captivated my interest and became my business for nearly ten years.

As my life changed with the loss of my second daughter in 2016, I pivoted in creativity to photography and writing as an avenue to healing through 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 in my desire to reclaim joy and to live happy, inspired and colorfully.

Mosaic Art House Wall

As I have created self care practices to share with you through my experience, it has helped my healing immensely.

Creativity can be art therapy for a healing journey, whether it is creating art or appreciating the gift of art through the passion and expression of others.

Recently, I had the opportunity to visit a local art venue and home that was absolutely amazing.

The innovative creativity of mosaic design was on full display in every inch of the yard and outside of this home. My husband and I met one of the artists of this talented couple, Blake and enjoyed chatting with him for a few minutes in his artistic front yard.

Although I didn’t have the opportunity to tour inside his home on my first visit, I know it is just as incredible as the outside. Next time I will make an appointment so that I may soak in the gorgeous artistry that awaits indoors in the kitchen and bath.

i invite you to discover a magical art destination where you live to inspire, uplift and encourage creativity and healing in your life.

Happy Soulful Adventuring!
~Nancy Yuskaitis

Colorize Your Life with Artfully Inspired Adventures

By Nancy Yuskaitis

🎨 Hello Beautiful Souls,

Gulfport, Florida

How does color impact your life?

Does it play a role in the choices you make in your clothing, accessories and the ambiance of your home?

What are your favorite shades of color? Are they vivid and bright, sun drenched and saturated or calm and serene?

Gulfport, Florida

Do your favorite shades reside in nature, in blooming flowers, in a shimmering sea, a painted sky or in the brilliance of rainbows?

Does certain colors impart a soothing feeling of comfort or does it elevate your mood and mindset in certain environments?

Gulfport, Florida

I invite you to immerse yourself in thoughts or experiences that provide a colorful lift and lightness to your soul.

Gulfport, Florida

On the West Coast of Florida between Clearwater and St. Petersburg is a colorful little town called Gulfport. It is a perfect artfully inspired adventure to wander through the historic waterfront of this seaside town.

We enjoyed the view with a cool beverage and a variety of delicious cuisine while soaking in the ocean view and luscious ambiance that is infused with sun drenched color.

Gulfport, Florida

Coastal homes, artistic shops and unique restaurants line the streets with an old Florida beach town vibe that is relaxing yet vibrant and entertaining.

Gulfport, Florida

Everyone we met was friendly and willing to share their story of what brought them to live in this quaint and funky part of Florida from Key West, Gainesville and many other locations. We talked with a local musician after his afternoon set at a street side patio cafe and found we had friends in common from his thirty seven years of playing music in Key West. I love those small world moments when they occur.

Gulfport, Florida

We enjoyed our artfully inspired adventure in beautiful spring weather and look forward to returning very soon to visit the beach and many other establishments that were absolutely intriguing and inviting.

Gulfport, Florida

What Soulful Inspired Adventures will you experience that can provide uplifting color and joy to your life?

Happy Soulful Adventuring!

Nancy Yuskaitis

Soulful Adventuring in Creativity

By Nancy Yuskaitis

🌸 Hello Beautiful Souls,

May today be the beginning of a new chapter of creative and expressive healing in your life. ~ Nancy Yuskaitis

Creative Expression As An Avenue for Uplifted Healing

Each day we are given the opportunity to express how we are feeling in words, pictures, paintings, songs and various other activities, passions and pursuits.

Expression can occur in many forms; it may be uplifting and colorful or it may be somber and gray.

It may soothe our heart as we give full expression to our thoughts and emotions and it may comfort and heal others who cross our path.

Let your soul express what it needs to heal. Let it all out, let it pour into the page as it comes, don’t censor it, don’t block its full expression. Let your emotion direct its tone and depth. Let creativity be a way out of sadness as you release what’s waiting to be expressed.

In my life, each time I was able to express in words, healing occurred. In times of crisis, creativity or calm, writing each day has played a crucial role in my life in moving forward, in my spirituality and in my grief journey.

Photography has been art therapy for my bereaved soul as well as graphic art and playing with color. As I began experiencing transformative healing my purpose and passion transitioned from being a glass artist and jewelry designer to one with a desire to share with others what I have found to be restorative to my life as I lived with childloss for the second time.

In this process of developing a mindful practice using simplicity with the intention of reclaiming joy I created: The Art of Soulful Inspired Living along with many uplifting experiences including Artfully Inspired Adventures: an activity or experience providing an exhilarating journey into the world of inspiration and creativity.

Today, I ask you what type of creativity feeds your soul?
Art Journaling, Collage, Intuitive Painting, Drawing, Writing, Creating Mandalas, Designing Vision Boards, Taking Workshops, Painting Kindness Rocks, Photography, Songwriting, Crafting?

Once you begin noticing what is uplifting to you and you follow your intuition, you will begin to discover the many experiences available to you that will nurture your soul in new and healing ways.

Keep your inspiration flowing by using creativity as a form of expressive therapeutic healing each day.

I invite you to seek out activities, experiences and adventures that provide uplifting inspiration, color and joy to your life.

Happy Soulful Adventuring!

Nancy Yuskaitis

Soulful Adventuring in the Mystical, Magical and Mindful.

By Nancy Yuskaitis

Hello Beautiful Souls,

The phrase, adventure is good for the soul is a common one yet when you have experienced loss, are going through difficult times or desire to experience more enjoyment in your life it becomes vitally important to your well-being to:

  • Observe the natural beauty surrounding you.
  • Seek out new experiences that uplift and delight.
  • Enjoy time alone and also with kind family and friends.
  • Soak in the healing effects found in nature.
  • Connect with your heart, soul and body and what it needs right now.
  • Receive and be nurtured by love, kindness and compassion.
  • Be patient with yourself each step of the way.
  • Live mindfully, one moment at a time.
  • Express in words and creativity.
  • Find the laughter within and let it out.
  • Listen to your intuition in meditation or journaling.
  • Discover ways to reclaim peace, hope and joy, again.
  • Move your body in activities that feel good.
  • Practice deep breathing to center and calm.
  • Release anger, resentment, trauma and grief you may be carrying.
  • Lighten up, let go of any heaviness weighing you down.
  • Be proud of yourself, you are soulful, resilient and amazing.

In my personal experience as a bereaved mom of two daughters, and a survivor of many painfully challenging chapters, along with the loss of each elder in the family I was left to realize how precious life is while also being on a perpetual healing journey.

Observing the subtleties in life, along with the grand gestures allows the opportunity to appreciate the wonders of life close up in full detail and also on a big, broad scale.

Each day is a gift and each moment can provide uplifting healing and joy to your inner and outer world.

Living mindfully involves a feeling of gratitude for the mystical and magical, soulful and surreal, simple and the special once-in-a-lifetime-moments of true beauty, compassion and connection with life, nature, people and the spirit world.

Soulful Inspired Adventures are one way I have discovered to view life through a magical lens where unexpected delights are found.

The concept of these “adventures” is wide and varied and designed to include many avenues for enjoyment, restoration and healing. You may choose to include your favorite passions and pursuits that you may experience on any given day or step out of your routine and try something uplifting and new.

Whatever the activity or adventure you choose, I just ask that you be extra mindful of how you feel in the moment that you are experiencing it. Is it healing, re-charging, uplifting, comforting, awe-inspiring, expressive, heartfelt, creative, delicious, nurturing and good for your soul?

If so, then soak in that wonderful feeling and let it permeate your being with gratitude and joy.

Wishing you a wondrous year filled with hope, health, happiness and love.

Soulful Inspired Adventures

  1. Nature Inspired Adventures
  2. Cuisine Inspired Adventures
  3. Spiritual Inspired Adventures
  4. Heart Inspired Adventures
  5. Creativity Inspired Adventures
  6. Self Care Inspired Adventures
  7. Zen Inspired Adventures
  8. Fitness Inspired Adventures
  9. Mystical Inspired Adventures
  10. Magical Inspired Adventures

I invite you to follow along and to join me in designing your own uplifted path to transformational healing.

Happy Soulful Adventuring!

Nancy Yuskaitis

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Gratitude Challenge 2020 – Week 3

By Nancy Yuskaitis

Hello Beautiful Souls,

Welcome to Week Three of Gratitude Challenge 2020

As Thanksgiving approaches we are reminded of so many things that touch our hearts and souls with sadness and joy during this month of gratitude. Whether it be loved ones we long for who just recently left us or have been in the spirit world for some time, remembering them with a smile and a little heartache feels right.

In this year of a pandemic with tighter restrictions being implemented around the country family gatherings outside of our immediate family are not recommended leaving many people to experience separation and this year who would otherwise celebrate this holiday with family friends or neighbors.

Finding ways to stay connected with those who mean the world to you and to be thankful for smiles, thoughtfulness and generosity this season is a valuable and worthy endeavor, even when your emotions are a bittersweet mixture of sadness and joy.

May this Gratitude Challenge prompt you to reflect on the ways in which others play a role in your emotional wellbeing and happiness.

I send you love in abundance and a big and thankful hug for your presence in my life.

Nancy Yuskaitis

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Day 15: Gratitude
I am grateful for the heartfelt video chats with some of our grandchildren especially during this time when in person visits are not permitted due to covid precautions and restrictions. It is valuable and important to stay connected through time, distance and heart.
Day 16: Gratitude
I am grateful for the ability to support loved ones in our blended family when asked for assistance.
May your heart be open to give and receive support from your loved ones in your immediate and extended family,
Day 17: Gratitude
I am grateful for my health and wellbeing and that of my husband and our family in this challenging time of a pandemic. Soulful Inspired Self Care is a valuable component in my healing journey and life.
Sending wishes to you for radiant health and vitality,
Day 18: Gratitude
I am grateful for the inspiration in creating holiday cheer in our home, yard and beyond, especially during this sentimental time of missing our family gatherings in Florida.
May you feel the holiday love and light being sent to you.

Day 19: Gratitude
I am grateful for the sweet and thoughtful early holiday gift to grace our Christmas tree with wonderful memories and love from a soul sister in our intuitive JOY circle.
May your hearts be filled with the gift of love and light and uplifted joy.



Day 20: Gratitude
I am grateful for a positive outlook with hopeful anticipation of wonderful experiences yet to come with beautiful, loving souls.
May your life be uplifted with joyful anticipation of good things to come.
Day 21: Gratitude
I am grateful for my wonderful husband with his charming, generous and loving spirit. He is my best friend and partner in this adventurous, emotional and creative life. We are blessed.
Sending love from our colorful hearts to yours.

Thank you for visiting my blog, I genuinely hope that you feel the joyful positivity, encouragement, love and light that is being sent to you through my inspired words, experiences and photo’s. Please take special care of yourself. You are a treasure and you are loved.

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