My Divine Downloads
“In order to change the world, we need to start with ourselves.
One moment, one breath, at a time.” – xo Annmarie
I Felt the Call. And I Almost Didn’t Answer.
I felt the call... and I almost didn't answer October 4, 2026 I Felt the Call. And I Almost Didn't Answer. I felt a desire to do something. And I almost didn't do it. I knew there was a step I wanted to take. A step that required me to invest in...
What your overwhelm costs your family
You are the central nervous system of your home September 27, 2026 I woke up this morning lit up. Excited, creative — flow was just pouring through me. And then I looked at my calendar. I saw how packed my day was. I looked at my to-do list, and I...
The hidden cost of conflict
The hidden cost of conflict September 20, 2026 Do you know what conflict is costing you as a mother? My husband and I got into it last night. While I caught myself falling into the trap of ruminating, I could feel the overwhelm swell up. I...
Is it better to be right or connected?
Is it better to be right or connected? September 6, 2026 So many of the women I work with, as partners and as parents, are stuck in the same tug of war when conflict arises. So let me start by asking you something. What do you actually get by being...
I got triggered…
I got triggered. August 30, 2026 My husband said that thing again. And I got triggered. You know the thing. > When your partner says the one thing that just rubs you the wrong way. > When your kid is caught lying. > When your...
Pain Is Inevitable. Suffering Is Optional.
Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional August 23, 2026 I had a literal anxiety attack recently when my husband offered to go to the grocery store on a Sunday afternoon, while I relaxed. After sitting with it for a bit, I found the culprit. My...
What Every Woman Needs More Of This Summer
What every woman needs more of this summer August 16, 2026 My husband and I had tickets to an outdoor concert but at the last minute he couldn't go. I was sad. I was really looking forward to our date night. It was a beautiful Chicago summer night...
A seven year old +A knife+ My nervous system.
You ARE your nervous system August 9, 2026 You are the central nervous system of your home. I heard this line at a screening of a new documentary called No Country for Mothers. (I'm hosting a free live gathering inspired by film August 26th— [don’t...
I Can’t Believe I Did It Again
Why It’s Important to Embrace Your Judgments July 26, 2026 I Can't Believe I Did It Again When my adult kids moved back home this past year I told them one thing very clearly: Do NOT ask me what's for dinner. ( I don’t know about you, but, after 30...
What Every Mother Must Ask
The question every mother needs to ask July 19, 2026 My daughter and her friend came home for the 4th of July weekend. After a fun few days together, it was time for them to head back….and that's when things got complicated. Their flights got...