Heather Shaff
MeetHeather Shaff
Heather Shaff is a cyclist, writer, and mom based in Boston. She's fascinated by all things growth, motivation, and learning... and will drop everything for chocolate ice cream.

From the mind of Heather

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“Something Is Going to Die”: Insights From a Silent Meditation Retreat

Heather attended a 5-day silent meditation retreat, where she learned not to fight her thoughts, how to read her mind and body, and how to stay present.

Heather Shaff
March 14, 2024
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POETRY: The Discard

When is a banana peel more than just a banana peel? Right now. A metaphor for the feeling of being discarded and left behind.

Heather Shaff
March 11, 2024
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POETRY: The Opposite of Fear

The world feels anxious and uncertain these days, making us wonder: What is the opposite of fear? Perhaps it’s simply saying what’s true.

Heather Shaff
March 5, 2024
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Meditation Retreat: Those {Little Details} Have Something to Tell You

After her first time experiencing a five day silent meditation retreat, Heather takes a moment to reflect on what those quiet little details are saying.

Heather Shaff
February 12, 2024
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The Strange Land of {Writer’s Block}

Many of us struggle with writer’s block of different causes. Heather takes on self-doubt, finding a way to fight off that bully.

Heather Shaff
January 31, 2024
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8 Reasons to Reduce Your Holiday Drinking: Finding Balance in the Middle of Holiday Excess

With the holidays rapidly approaching, Heather shares her thoughts on why drinking less may lead to an even more festive and fun season.

Heather Shaff
December 22, 2023
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How to Use Mad Libs to Write Your {Holiday Card}

Not sure what to write in your family’s holiday card this season? Just use this trusty Mad Libs, and you won’t even have to think about it!

Heather Shaff
December 20, 2023
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{Restarting} the Loop: Understanding the Circular Nature of Time and Change

How do we change our behavior or bad habits? The answer is not by avoiding them, but by understanding what emotions and thoughts start us on the wrong path.

Heather Shaff
December 14, 2023
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POETRY: Dream State

There are no instructions for when you feel disoriented. But once you find out where the ground is, you can find your way back up again.

Heather Shaff
November 27, 2023
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