Notes from the Pathway
Honest stories and quiet wisdom for mothers walking through their becoming.

By Victoria Moreau
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January 1, 2025
Let’s talk about your intentions for the New Year. Not the ones you wrote in a planner or bought a course for. I mean the deep ones. The ones your body aches for when you’re standing in a messy kitchen, unsure if it’s Tuesday or Thursday. The ones that whisper: I just want to feel like myself again. I want more presence, more peace. I don’t want to keep spiraling through survival mode. If you’ve set intentions that felt beautiful and aligned, but they’ve fizzled out just weeks (or even days) later—this isn’t your fault. Most moms are missing one key ingredient. And without it? Even the most heartfelt intention doesn’t stand a chance. Intention without rhythm is like a seed with no soil. It might be meaningful, but it has nowhere to take root. We often try to set intentions from a place of willpower. We say, “This year I’ll meditate. I’ll stretch. I’ll slow down. I’ll be more patient.” But then… The baby stops sleeping. The laundry piles up. You forget to eat lunch again. Life pulls you off course. Rhythm is what brings you back. It’s the gentle container that holds your intention when life gets loud. It’s not about strict routines—it’s about having anchors throughout your day that support the woman you’re becoming. What If We Let Growth Be Gentle? Let 2025 be the year we stop hustling for transformation. Let it be the year we notice instead. Notice what we’re drawn to. Notice where we feel most like ourselves. Notice when our bodies whisper “enough.” Here are three ways I’m practicing that kind of noticing—maybe they’ll help you, too:

By Victoria Moreau
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September 18, 2024
There’s a worn-down trend of competition among mothers, where struggles like sleepless nights and parenting chaos become a “badge of honor.” Drawing inspiration from Buddhist gentleness and feminine wisdom, this post reminds moms that they don’t need to prove their exhaustion to be worthy of rest and reverence.

By Victoria Moreau
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September 18, 2024
Explore the challenges of motherhood and the importance of listening to your body. It encourages busy moms to prioritize self-care, embrace rest, and let go of unrealistic expectations. Discover practical tips for finding balance and managing overwhelm, helping mothers recharge and thrive in the chaos of daily life.
"I woke up early to the clip-clopping of our dogs’ nails and a curdled puddle of milk I missed in the dark. My to-do list was already a mile long, and I felt like I had to accomplish everything right away. Then my husband reminded me, ‘It doesn’t all need to be done today.’ In that moment, I chose rest over perfection—and the world didn’t fall apart."

By Victoria Moreau
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September 6, 2024
Delve into the transformative power of intuitive yoga, where mindful movement, breathwork, and meditation serve as pathways for mothers to reconnect with their inner selves. This post goes beyond the surface of yoga, exploring how tuning into your natural rhythms can help you manage the stress of motherhood, regulate your nervous system, and foster deeper personal growth. Embrace a practice that nurtures your emotional well-being and honors your intuition, both on and off the mat.

By Victoria Moreau
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July 31, 2024
In this heartfelt post, explore the delicate balance of parenting as we discuss the importance of nurturing your child’s independence while learning to let go. Through personal reflections and the application of mindfulness, discover how to embrace the beauty of watching your child grow into their own person, while fostering deeper connections within your family. This piece offers insights and practical tips for parents seeking to guide with love, observe with care, and find grace in the art of letting go

By Victoria Moreau
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May 20, 2024
If you know anything about me, it's that I'd be the first to say yes to anything to make people happy, even if that meant sacrificing my own peace. I think everyone has that moment in their lives when everything just clicks. They make up their minds to change, and it happens. The stars align, and their cosmic trajectory takes a sharp turn toward something greater or the universe forces them in that direction. For me, it was during my pregnancy. I had heard stories about all the crazy things pregnant women do and say, and I was sure I was going to become one of them. Interestingly, my tolerance for people disrespecting my time—and as a result, me—dwindled down to almost nothing. After all, I was scheduling precious moments of my life to do something for or with them, but they couldn't be bothered to show up or be on time without so much as a "Hey, I'm sorry I'm going to be late." You know what that translates to in my mind? "I don't respect you enough to value your time and energy." At the time, my husband was getting into reading books on stoicism. One of his book covers had a title that caught my eye: "Hell Yeah or No." While the book itself was a bit of a stretch for me, the title became a mantra I could get behind. I hadn't really decided to go for it; it was just something I kept in the back of my mind. Then one day, my husband said to me, "You know, now that you've taken on this perspective of not caring what other people think, you're untouchable." I paused for a moment, shocked to hear it. I was a little taken off guard. I didn't think I was making noticeable changes, although I could certainly feel them. I had more time for myself, I was less stressed, and I spent less time ruminating about the what-ifs. What if I hurt their feelings? What if this interrupts their plans? What if they don’t like my idea? I had never felt untouchable in my entire life. I felt like Superwoman. Who would have thought that a new attitude from a book cover on my coffee table was whispering the key to unlocking everything holding me back and keeping me tied down? I could make decisions about the people and things in my life without getting caught up in the emotion of it all. It was addicting, and I loved it.