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See Life as a Muse is a living space for honest conversations about emotional and spiritual wellness, grounded tools for healing, and reflections that bridge the personal and the collective.
Here, you won’t find polished perfection; you’ll find presence, care, and truth. These writings are born from lived experience, inspired by yoga philosophy, and rooted in a belief that our inner work is part of our work in the world.
From navigating grief and burnout to exploring joy, justice, and creativity, each post invites you to slow down, breathe, and remember your wholeness—even when life feels upside down.


Knowing the Why: Moving Beyond “That’s the Way It’s Always Been”
I hear it so often: “That’s just the way we’ve always done it.” It’s said in schools, workplaces, churches, and families, a phrase meant...
Heather Rogers
Oct 13 min read


Privilege vs. Freedom: Untangling the Language That Shapes Us
If you had asked me thirty years ago whether I was privileged, I would’ve said no, and I would’ve meant it. At the time, I was living in...
Heather Rogers
Sep 224 min read


How You Spend Your Dash: Why the Way You Die Doesn’t Negate the Way You Lived
Many years ago, I was sitting in a church for a young man’s funeral. He was still in high school and had collapsed on stage during a...
Heather Rogers
Sep 225 min read


Being a Public Servant: What Does It Really Mean?
We throw the phrase around often: “public servant.” It’s stamped on official bios, campaign signs, and government websites. But somewhere...
Heather Rogers
Sep 195 min read


The Frequency of a Rainbow
How Maya Angelou’s Words Still Move Me On February 18, 2007, Dr. Maya Angelou spoke at The Evergreen State College in Olympia,...
Heather Rogers
Aug 283 min read


Devotion Over Destruction: What Kailasa Teaches Us
In the heart of Maharashtra, India, there stands a temple not assembled but carved. The Kailasa Temple was not stacked stone by stone;...
Heather Rogers
Aug 273 min read


From Intention to Integrity: Building a Life That Holds
When Integrity Gets Real We all have values. We set intentions to live by them. But what happens when life applies pressure? What happens...
Heather Rogers
Aug 274 min read


When the Path Doesn’t Fit in a Box
Week 2 in the “From Hustle to Holistic” Series Someone recently said to me, mid-conversation, “This journey you’re on must be a lonely...
Heather Rogers
Aug 62 min read


Words Shape Reality: Language, Politics, and the Yoga of Truth
“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” We know better now. Words do hurt. They shape narratives, fuel...
Heather Rogers
May 264 min read


True Power: Why the Wise Don’t Chase It
Power. It’s something we see glorified in politics, corporations, media, and even in relationships. We’re taught that power looks like...
Heather Rogers
May 193 min read


Wellness Was Never Meant to Be a Luxury: Discrimination by Design & the Work of Healing
By Heather Rogers – See Life as a Muse There’s a kind of quiet pain that comes from growing up inside systems that were never designed...
Heather Rogers
May 53 min read


The Cold Within: What Are You Really Holding Onto?
By Heather Rogers – See Life as a Muse Some poems don’t just speak, they challenge. They settle into your spirit and whisper: Look...
Heather Rogers
Apr 283 min read


Speaking in Definitives: How It Shapes Our Perspective and How to Shift It
Have you ever caught yourself saying things like: "I always mess this up." "Nothing ever works out for me." "Everyone is against me."...
Heather Rogers
Mar 253 min read


Empathy vs. Apathy: How They Impact Relationships and Leadership
In today’s fast-paced world, emotional intelligence is essential for building strong relationships and becoming an effective leader. Two...
Heather Rogers
Mar 156 min read


Part 3: Regret from the Person Seeking a Second Chance
Seeking a second chance can be one of the most vulnerable places to be. It requires humility, self-awareness, and a deep understanding of...
Heather Rogers
Mar 35 min read


Part 2: The Pressure to Forgive – Navigating External Expectations and Coerced Second Chances
Part 2: The Pressure to Forgive – Navigating External Expectations and Coerced Second Chances Regret isn’t always about the choices we...
Heather Rogers
Feb 245 min read


Part 1: The Weight of Regret and the Power of Accountability
There are moments in life where we make choices that not only affect us but ripple out, touching many lives in ways we cannot undo. These...
Heather Rogers
Feb 194 min read


DEI: Beyond the Workplace – A Necessity for a Thriving Society
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) is often thrown around in corporate settings and, more recently, in political...
Heather Rogers
Feb 124 min read


"Mind-Body Harmony: Transforming Emotions with CBT and EFT Tapping"
Life can often feel overwhelming and unpredictable, making it easy for emotions to creep into our daily lives. While traditional...
Heather Rogers
Dec 21, 20244 min read


The Fine Line Between Support and Suppression: A Universal Perspective
In every relationship, community, culture, and belief system, the balance between support and suppression plays a pivotal role in...
Heather Rogers
Nov 30, 20244 min read
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