by Maria Koropecky, Crystal Mapper Do you have some old jewelry lying around that you never wear but can’t seem to part with? I do—and recently, I found myself inspired to give one of those pieces a new life. On the weekend, I went to one of my favorite stores in Victoria, BC: Bamboo Beads …
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After Window Shopping at Tiffany’s & Co…
And how the movie, song and a special crystal tie in By Maria Koropecky Have you ever walked down the street and then stopped and took a few steps back because something caught your eye in the store’s window display? Maybe it was a pair of shoes, or a chaise lounge, or cascading flower arrangement. …
A Playful Way to Explore a New Place: Travel Bingo
by Maria Koropecky, author of Closer to Indigo I feel travelling is one of life’s best teachers. Back in 1994, I stopped in Iceland for a weekend on my way back to Canada from Europe. One sunny April morning, I was standing at the harbour’s edge, gazing toward a mountain, when a local gentleman struck …
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. …
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 …
“It’s The Heart Afraid Of Breaking That Never Learns To Dance…”
By Maria Koropecky, Storytelling Coach, Author and Chakra Dancer There’s something timeless about Bette Midler’s “The Rose.” Maybe it’s the raw honesty in her voice… Maybe it’s the truth tucked inside the lyric: “It’s the heart afraid of breaking that never learns to dance…” that line holds so much tenderness — and truth. Most of …
When Tiger’s Eye Meets the Eye of the Tiger 🐅
by Maria Koropecky, Storytelling Coach, Author and Chakra Dancer This morning, as I was getting ready for work, a song popped into my head loud and clear: 🎶 “I got the eye of the tiger, a fighter, dancing through the fire and I am the champion…” Yes—Katy Perry’s “Roar.” I hadn’t heard it in a …
🧡 Orange You Glad You Felt Your Feelings? 🧡
By Maria Koropecky, Storytelling Coach, Author and Chakra Dancer When I was in grade 3, I went to my friend Janet’s slumber party along with a few of our friends. Of course we talked, listened to music and ate some sponge toffee and at some point, Nancy started to get upset. I distinctly remember us …
I’m Officially Certified in Chakra Dancing — and this is Where I’m Heading Next…
by Maria Koropecky, Storytelling Coach, Author and Chakra Dancer I have some joyful news to share: 🌈 I just received my Diploma in Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation! 💃✨ This marks a big turning point in both my life and my work. For years, I’ve been guiding Spiritual Storytellers — creatives, coaches, empaths, writers, and …
🌿 Step Into Your Power with Crystal Clarity 🌿
by Maria Koropecky, Storytelling Coach, Author & Crystal Mapper 💎 Just as songs carry hidden messages, so do crystals. They whisper wisdom, offering insight and clarity about your next steps. In my Crystal Mapping Sessions, we unlock their messages together—guiding you toward alignment in health, wealth, career, relationships, or spirituality. ✨ If you feel called …