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Apr 9, 2019
2 min

Spring, and Marvels.

Warning, if you’re behind me, I stop for turtles. I stop to help them cross the road, in direction that they are going.

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Susan Walters

Oct 9, 2018
1 min

Fall & Change.

Much joy, stillness, learning, healing, tears, love and grief experienced on the land. Energy constantly exchanged.

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Oct 9, 2018
1 min

Bend of Ivy’s Video Library

Experience the mountains, rivers, ponds lodge and more. Enjoy, and feel free to share.

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Oct 4, 2018
2 min

Asheville Conscious Capitalism: October Talk by Susan

Susan has diverse experience in business, coaching, personal development and leadership development.

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Oct 30, 2017
3 min

Well-Being Wisdoms: 8 Resiliency Buildings Steps.

My health scares triggered my mind and body. A misdiagnose of a rare disease spun me and my world.

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Jul 23, 2017
3 min

Well-Being: What Does It Mean to You?

For me, well-being is an unfolding exploration of how to live and be, in my life journey.

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Jul 6, 2017
3 min

Savor Life: When Less Can Be More

Still learning. For me, it has been overwhelming and delicious seeing what’s out there to learn.

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Jul 3, 2017
4 min

Conscious Capitalism (Part 2) – Conscious Capitalism “In Action”

The effort put forth to develop the Conscious Capitalism principles in businesses is truly an investment

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Jun 26, 2017
4 min

Body Nudges Versus Mind Tugs.

Before our discerning leap, we asked ourselves what is important to us? What do we want to do with our precious lives, energies and time?

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Feb 28, 2017
2 min

Sharing Joy with Whales

Consciousness around protecting and preserving nature was a very strong focus for most in our boats. I wondered if the ocean could sense it.

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Jan 2, 2017
3 min

What’s Emerging, Calling for You?

What’s your gut, intuition or heart sensing?

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Apr 30, 2016
3 min

Roots: Anchoring People and Plants

My roots were often transplanted. My family moved every few years due to my dad’s corporate job, except for a 10 year stay in the south.

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Feb 29, 2016
2 min

Resiliency: Life + Lodge

How do we embrace, ground or re-ground when life gives unexpected things?

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Sep 29, 2015
2 min

Conscious Capitalism In Action

It takes courage to go the extra mile for all stakeholders, but just as it is in nature, a healthy business ecosystem pays dividends.

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Aug 1, 2015
2 min

Meaningful Gift: Sitting with Rumi

Seeking stillness, quiet meditation or contemplation spot? Or just want to watch the birds and listen to the gurgling creek and pond?

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Jun 2, 2015
1 min

Purple in the Garden, Soul & Mind

Purple is the color of the Crown Chakra, located at the top of the head. It’s linked to the crown of the head, the nervous system.

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Apr 2, 2015
1 min

Spring, Renewal + Pause

Spring is inspiring! Each day brings forward a new discovery.

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Jan 23, 2015
1 min

Welcome to the Ben of Ivy Blog

Welcome to Bend of Ivy Lodge’s new website!

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