Writings

Writings by Dr. Corinna Moebius on the meaning of places in our lives and how they shape belonging, power, community, possibility. See also my books.

What the Crocus Teaches Us

What the Crocus Teaches Us

In uncertain times, even a crocus can become a teacher. This reflection opens a new series on Core-Respondence—my practice for growing resilience and resistance from the ground up.

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Nostalgia for Places of the Past

Nostalgia for Places of the Past

 In September of 2024, I moved back to my childhood home -- not the house, but the community of Western Massachusetts where I grew up. I haven't lived here for decades, but it was time to come back, to spend time with my aging parents, and to have an anchor before I...

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The Garden: Digging into Stories

The Garden: Digging into Stories

In my neighborhood’s community garden, we share the tasks, work together, and share the day’s harvest. This is how we cultivate a spirit of community.

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River Journeys & Lessons

River Journeys & Lessons

Oftentimes we use the metaphor of the “path” to describe our personal journeys, as if we are forging a path through a wild world, making our way alone. Yet the river reminds us of our interconnectedness.

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