by Maria Koropecky Over the past few years, I’ve worked intensely on my own creative projects including my book “Closer to Indigo” and the documentary series “Saanich: Emerging Land; Emerging People.” What I’ve loved most isn’t just finishing them, it’s getting into the creative zone of: shaping ideas, finding the narrative thread, and bringing to …
Games People Play: What Pop Songs Teach Us About Ourselves
by Maria Koropecky I’ve been watching “Building the Band” on Netflix – so good! It’s wonderful to see new voices emerging on the music scene, adding their own flair to the mix. As a writer, artist and music lover, I’m curious about human behaviour and what makes people tick. I’ve noticed that sometimes people go …
A Quiet Day to Myself — An Empath’s Dream
By Maria Koropecky I spent this past rainy Sunday in January in my own little sanctuary, completely free to do whatever I wanted – and I loved it! I stayed in my pajamas all day, only taking them off for a quick shower before slipping right back into them for comfort. I watched videos and …
How to Find Your Footing in January
By Maria Koropecky I thought that after a few weeks of rest over the holidays, I’d wake up in January feeling clear, motivated and ready to begin. Instead, on this first full week of the year — even after a full moon — I’m still feeling disoriented and unsure of my footing and next steps. …
DANCE Through the CHAKRAS 💃🏼 this Holiday Season #chakrahealingmusic #dancing #victoriabccanada
by Maria Koropecky, Chakra Dancing Teacher Feeling stressed as the holiday season approaches? It’s so easy to get caught up in the busyness and lose touch with what this time of year is all about – warmth, connection and fun! That’s why I’d love for you to join me for a beautiful event – a …
🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦
by Maria Koropecky, Storytelling Coach & Author of “Closer to Indigo” With everything going on in the world, I feel especially grateful to call Canada home. To celebrate, I’m sharing “Happy Canada Day,” Episode 9 of my video series, Saanich: Emerging Land; Emerging People — where I spend Canada Day at the Gorge Waterway and …
Sharing Some Birthday Wisdom…
by Maria Koropecky, Storytelling Coach & Author It’s my turn to have another birthday and I’m so grateful that I’m healthy and happy and still here! This past year was one of the best in a long time and here’s to keeping the positive momentum going well into the future! I’ve come a long way …
Over the Sea to Skye: Crown Chakra Journeys to the Beyond
by Maria Koropecky, Storytelling Coach, Author & Chakra Dancer We’ve arrived at the seventh and final chakra in this Songs, Stories & Synchronicity series — the Crown Chakra — the energy center of divine connection, soul purpose and spiritual surrender. To me, there’s no better song to represent this chakra than “The Skye Boat Song,” …
Too Beautiful for This World: Starry Starry Night & the Third Eye
by Maria Koropecky, Storytelling Coach, Author & Chakra Dancer Some songs don’t just tell a story — they open a portal. And “Starry Starry Night (Vincent)” by Don McLean does just that. It’s more than a tribute to Vincent Van Gogh — it’s a spiritual anthem for the sensitive, intuitive souls who see the world …
Writing a Love Letter (and the Radio’s On)
by Maria Koropecky, Storytelling Coach, Author & Chakra Dancer Yesterday’s Song, Story & Synchronicity featured Bette Midler’s “The Rose” and touched on heartbreak. If your heart feels tender and your voice longs to be heard, this one’s for you. It’s all about the Throat Chakra — and the healing power of expression. 🎶 In her …