Why Pearls of Wisdom

When my dad passed away in January of 2021, I was fortunate enough to have asked him to complete a small booklet filled with questions about his life, values, and wisdom before his passing. Among the many treasures he left behind, one piece of advice stood out like a beacon: to always look for the daily hidden pearls in life. These pearls, he explained, were the moments of beauty, lessons, and gratitude that can so easily go unnoticed in the rush of everyday living.

As I navigated my grief, his words became my anchor. In the midst of heartache, I started looking for those hidden pearls each day—whether they came in the form of a lesson, a quiet moment of peace, or a glimmer of gratitude. Slowly, this practice began to transform my grief into something more profound. I realized that even in the darkest of times, there are always small gifts of insight, healing, and love waiting to be uncovered. It was through this lens of seeking out life’s subtle beauty that I was able to honor his memory and process the loss of the most influential man in my life.

This simple yet profound practice has since become a guiding light not just in the way I live, but also in the way I teach. In my work, whether through somatic healing or mindfulness, I encourage others to seek out their own hidden pearls—those moments of clarity, growth, or connection that remind us of the richness life offers, even during our most challenging times. I believe that healing and transformation are often found in these small, quiet moments that invite us to pause, reflect, and embrace what is present.

I hope that as you read this blog, it offers you your own little “aha” moments—glimmers of insight, healing, and gratitude that serve as your own hidden pearls. It’s my deepest wish that this space provides you with the comfort, growth, and peace that my father’s wisdom has given me.
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Sending you and your loved ones all my love,
​Trista