Author: Melissa Payne

I have always loved September. There is a freshness, and a clarity that comes with its newness. I find that it always feels more like a new year compared to January. It stirs up feelings of nostalgia, preparing for school as a kid, and all of the anticipation that comes with the turning of calendars. … Continue reading Begin again

Self-compassion. This theme has followed me for as long as I can remember. Recently, when I asked readers what they have been mulling over and would want to hear more of, "self-compassion" was thrown in the mix, once again. Since I was a little girl, my parents have told me that I have been given … Continue reading Self-Compassion

I grew up with the mentality that my body, my senses, anything of pleasure, were secondary to the things of my spirit and soul. The idea of embodiment, of celebrating and honouring the physicality, sexuality and humanity of my person was foreign to me. However, within the last couple of years, this has become a … Continue reading Embodiment

Last month I moved into my own apartment for the first time. For the last four years I have wanted my own place, not only because I'm an introvert who needs some solitude to recharge and ground myself, but for creative purposes as well. To create spaces of beauty, openness and peace has been in … Continue reading Home

These five words have been sitting in that deep part of my belly the last week or so. You know that core spot in yourself that holds those whispers and desires? Yes, right there this question has taken its seat and invited me to listen. I was talking with my sister over breakfast this morning … Continue reading Will you own your life?

A couple of months ago a dear friend of mine introduced me to a woman by the name of Staci Lee Kennelly. She's a film photographer and blogger who he had been following via Instagram for some time. As soon as I "met" her (via social media), I sensed that our writing and spirit were … Continue reading PLAY