NEWSLETTER - FEBRUARY 2026

Hello Reader,

A few days ago I came across this quote while dropping my son off at his daycare/art school (Habibi’s Hutch):

“Love is an action word

Art is a contact sport

Thus, all the band-aids”

And it seemed like the perfect summation of this season of life and of my year 2026 so far.

That is to say, I feel banged up.

Like I am in some sort of testing phase - where the Universe says, “okay, now do it with one hand tied behind your back."

Then, “okay, now blind-folded.”

To the Universe’s credit, I will say - it’s working. I feel stronger, more resilient, more looseness in my grip.

With my clients, I often use strength-training metaphors.

Everyone understands, in order to get stronger you have to show up to the gym—not every once in awhile, not when it is convenient, but regularly. And the results are cumulative, and not always linear.

Inner work is no different - except that the “results” are often harder to delineate than a bigger bicep or tighter abs.

So, take a moment to assess your own inner ‘fitness’ journey:

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​Where are you crushing it? Setting boundaries, being gentle with yourself, non-reactivity - check, check check...

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And, where do you need to put in a few more reps? Self-care, unworthiness, perfectionism - check, check, check…

I’m putting together another IFS/Gestalt group container (8 weeks) starting in April.

Here’s what one client had to say about the last group experience:

“In the group class, the “we-space” becomes something real and palpable, a collective nervous system holding each of us with compassion and depth. It’s impossible not to grow inside a field like that.”

If you’re interested in being part of a powerful group experience in the spring, and getting some solid reps in - shoot me a quick reply here and I’ll send over details.

Now Accepting New Clients

I love this work. I love sharing the tools I have learned; helping my clients navigate their inner world and then watching that ripple out into their external world in remarkable ways. And I also remember feeling SO NERVOUS to begin my inner exploration. It might not be time. But if you are feeling that call - what the Gurdjieff work calls "magnetic center" pulling you towards working on yourself - then I would love to explore with you.

Virtual or In-Person. For details on package rates and special trainings, visit www.tenoxcoaching.com.

Upcoming Workshops & Talks

March 4 - Integration Circle, Kuya Wellness 6-8pm

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Music Update

My music is still mostly on the back-burner these days, but TONIGHT Feb 13, I will be stepping back in to share some very special devotional songs at the Church of Conscious Harmony, for their "Winter Nights" music event. Free to the public, 7-8pm. Good impressions for your soul. It will be streaming as well - hope you can join!

Upcoming Live Performances

Friday, Feb 13 Church of Conscious Harmony 7pm (solo/ensemble)

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​Listen to Mystic Revival on Spotify​ Joseph's indie-folk band

​Listen to White Buffalo on Spotify​ Joseph's americana-folk solo debut

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Joseph's Art

I'm so glad we get to stay connected in this way and I'm grateful that you are in my life. Feel free to share this with anyone in your life, and I would love to hear how you are doing. May your Valentine's weekend be full of love and celebration. ❤️