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Floating in the void

Going through a transition, losing myself while trying to find myself

Jun 27, 2025 • Erica Dukes

Expand Your Roots & Let the Branches Fall 🪾

Finding the beauty in our invisible seasons of growth.

Jan 2 • Erica Dukes

The Art of Staying Put ⌛️

A three-year journey from feeling stuck to finding home.

Feb 27 • Erica Dukes

Affirmations to Guide You to Positivity ✨

Repeat to yourself and see how the next few months may change for you.

Feb 13 • Erica Dukes

The Wisdom in the Water 🌊

From the roaring cascades of the Smoky Mountains to the still reflections of South Dakota, water has a way of telling us exactly what we need to hear…

Jan 30 • Erica Dukes

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I'm so excited and just can't hide it!

Sep 3, 2025 • Erica Dukes

Our Failures Are Just Seeds 🌱

Aug 30, 2025 • Erica Dukes

Take Your Friend Outside For Their "Dumb" Mental Health.

Oct 10, 2025 • Erica Dukes

Sitting with Nature 🏞️

Aug 15, 2025 • Erica Dukes

Recent posts

A walk in the park 🏞️

Being in tune with our relaxed selves.

Jan 16 • Erica Dukes

Nature’s Quiet “Thank You Notes”

12 moments when the outdoors loves us back.

Dec 19, 2025 • Erica Dukes

Feeling Like an Overcast Day

How our negative self-talk can take over our lives.

Dec 7, 2025 • Erica Dukes

You Are a Beautiful Sunset

You inspire and glow without even trying.

Nov 21, 2025 • Erica Dukes

Photo series: Cotton Candy Marina

When nature and man-made craftsmanship synchronize.

Nov 14, 2025 • Erica Dukes

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