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Happy New Moon. For this month's meditation, I'm taking you with me to the labyrinth, a space I return to during these potent moments in the lunar cycle. There’s something powerful about walking the labyrinth. With one winding path, it invites us inward, not to figure anything out, but to release, to listen, and to reconnect. In this meditation, we walk inward, letting go of old stories and places where we’ve held onto a sense of victimhood… and then walk outward, stepping into a new vision; one rooted in unity, peace, beauty, and joy. If you feel called, I invite you to listen and walk this path with me. Today I choose to release what no longer serves me and step forward with openness, presence, and trust.

It's time for another powerful pause, on this New Moon right before the Equinox. Join me for a little soul wisdom, connection to Calla Lillies and meditation.

Today we lean into our inner wisdom on this powerful and potent new moon.

Hello from Mount Shasta, friends.Today marks both the Full Moon and Imbolc, the Celtic celebration of the midpoint between the Solstice and the Equinox. It is a potent moment to slow down, listen inward and connect to your inner wisdom.Because of travel schedules, I wasn't able to hold a live meditation today, but I did record one for you while I was sitting at Bunny Flats on Mount Shasta. Shasta has long been considered one of the sacred spiritual sites of our planet, often referred to as the Root Chakra of Mother Earth. I found a spot under two pine trees, grounded my feet into the soil and recorded this meditation for you.I hope you enjoy it, complete with nature sounds and no music

Join Melissa for the first New Moon meditation for 2026! Connect into your inner wisdom and set your intention for this first moon cycle of the year. To join live, join Melissa's mailing list here.

Enjoy this first Full Moon meditation of 2026.

Enjoy this meditation recorded on the New Moon of December 19, 2025.

Enjoy this meditation recorded on the December 4 Full Moon.

Enjoy this meditation to help you tap in to peace during this busy holiday season.

Blessings on this Full Moon. A time to connect to the energies of the moon and allow her to shine light and illuminate the shadows. Enjoy this Full Moon Meditation!

In today’s raw and real-time episode of Tea Times with Melissa & Tara, we are celebrating Tara’s Mom’s birthday with some special announcements and stories about synchronicities. Be sure to listen as Tea Times is moving to a new podcast! . . . And, if you’re new to these episodes, I suggest starting with the first Tea Times to give you the whole story. . . . #todayichoose #intention #intentionalliving #nowsthetime #tattoos #tattoo #synchronicity #synchronicities #healing #trauma #overcomingtrauma #celebrations #traumainformedcare #tattooedwomen #teatime #tea #gossipwithapurpose

Hi, happy Tuesday and welcome back to Tea Times with Melissa and Tara, I’m Melissa Bingham and in these special episodes of the Today I Choose podcast, I’m talking with Tara Whiteman-Fager as she shares the multifaceted storytelling behind the scenes of her upcoming book Scientific Poetry & Prose, an Abstract Prequel to the Talk & Tales of the Tattooed Women.     Talk and Tales of the Tattooed Women is intended to be her second publication and is the book that she initially had set out to write when she began this tattooing escapade so many years ago…dating back to her adolescence!   You can read all about the juicy details regarding her inking journey soon, in Scientific Poetry & Prose.   We are aiming for a February publication date.  Tara intentionally chose this month in honor of her biological Mother’s birthdate which is on 2/6  story Keep an ear out for the exact date.  We’ll certainly keep you posted!   Now, many of you listeners have already sat with us in circle and know that we don’t just stop there…  …simply talking about books and tattoos.     As a matter of fact, we’ve recently been told that some of our listeners have found inspiration in the words and ideas exchanged as Tara and I discuss little crumbs of our personal stories.  During past Tea Times, she and I had candid conversations regarding our experiences as friends, colleagues, and soul sisters.   We share talk about the tools we’ve used regarding our own healings.  And sometimes, but only with permission, talk about the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual healings we’ve witnessed in others - those of who we work with in our leadership roles.     By now, our listeners know that when we speak of gossip with a purpose, this is what we mean.  Sharing stories of ours and those who have entrusted us to tell their tales…during Tea Times.  And sometimes…they even join in!   So, pour an extra large potion today…because this episode is packed with tips, tools, tales, and even a little chit chat with a guest who “spontaneously knocked’ on our door when Tara and I had just sat ourselves down for this week’s Tea Times!  We had invited her to join us last minute and weren’t sure if she could make it.  But she showed up!     Alright now, take a moment, get comfy and listen as we drop in, starting with a pre conversation between Tara and I, regarding our own experiences thus far, while in process of producing these books and in tandem, the podcast series - known to y’all as Tea Times.   To connect to today's guest, Katie, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KtVDesignShop https://foxxyktv.threadless.com/

Welcome back to Today I Choose and Tuesday’s Tea Times with Melissa and Tara.   Last week, in episode 2, we filled you in on the multifaceted “whys” of Tara’s upcoming book, her first paper publication titled The Scientific Poetry and Prose, An Abstract Prequel to the Talk and Tales of the Tattooed Women, the first of a 2 part series.   Join us in circle this week as Melissa carefully convinces Tara to take us with her when per my asking, she shifts gears and focuses down a slightly different lens.  Pull up a chair, pour your favorite potion into your chosen mug and  journey with us…through voice and story,  as we boldly dare explore more of this unique expression of self through Tara’s sharing of her  poetry and prose.

Welcome to this episode of Tea Times with Melissa & Tara – a place where women partake in an age-old tradition of talking openly, on record, about the things that go on behind their closed doors. All with a purpose of healing.   On today’s podcast, Tara and I continue to gossip with a purpose’ as she likes to say about her upcoming book, “Scientific Poetry & Prose” and how even the most simple things can be made sacred, even the inspiration for two of her tattoos!    Grab your potion and find your seat at the table, hear a bit more about the multifaceted “why” of this book.    Enjoy!

Grab your favorite potion and cozy up for Tea Times with Melissa and Tara. In this first of a four-part conversation, Melissa invites Tara Whiteman-Fager to share about her new book, Scientific Prose and Poetry, the prequel to her forthcoming book Talk and Tales of the Tattooed Women. NOTE: This episode has some salty language. Not for little ears. About... Tea Times - where women partake in an age old tradition of talking openly, on record, about the things that go on behind their closed doors.  All with a purpose of healing.  Tara likes to giggle and call this “gossip with a purpose” - the purpose that we come together as wise women (and men) bringing all of our skill sets - as well as our friends and their knowings - to gather in “circle” & share wisdoms.