Keri Mangis
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Writer and philosopher. Deep end only. I write about culture/society, spirituality & personal growth, & empowerment. Award-winning author of Embodying Soul: A Return to Wholeness. https://kerimangis.com
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Why are We Still Romantasizing Normal?
The trouble with normal You hear it too, right? The sweet, sweet sound of normal calling us? Or, if you don’t hear it, can you feel it? The pull to shore up the societal guardrails, hide the mess, and pretend we’re done with the work we needed to do? Brush the dust from our hands and return to our previously scheduled programming?
By Keri Mangis4 years ago in Longevity
How My Body Forced Me to Reevaluate my Life and Claim My Deepest Authenticity
A Burning Constitution I came into this world with an abundance of fire energy. In Ayurvedic philosophy, I am a Pitta dosha—constitutionally made up of more fire than water, earth, or air.
By Keri Mangis4 years ago in Longevity
Fear of Wide-Open Spaces and Recognizing Life’s Fragility
“The trails around here are easy to follow,” the retreat facilitor told us. "Just let us know if you’re going out, and maybe go in pairs. This trail that starts at the end of the drive is just a circle. A little over an hour; you can’t get it wrong. Let someone in the kitchen know when you’re leaving and where you’re going. If you don’t come back in time, someone will come and search for you on the four-wheeler.”
By Keri Mangis4 years ago in Longevity
Not All Self-Worth is Created Equal
Nothing stings like writer’s rejection. As a writer and first-time author, I’ve had to learn how to absorb rejection like never before in my life. First, there was the rejection from literary agents after I pitched my book proposal. Then, the noes from the publishers. And finally, the no-thank-yous from the bookstores to stock my book after I’d gone ahead and published the damn book myself.
By Keri Mangis4 years ago in Motivation
