Statements about living from love can easily oversimplify what that actually asks of us.

For me, it happens in small, ordinary moments. Taking a friend's hand when they share difficult or wonderful news. Listening without already preparing what I want to say next. Practicing eye contact when I speak to people, being present with them even if I have a million things going on. Offering myself the same kindness I so readily want to give to the people I love.

It takes practice. And sometimes it helps to have tiny touchstones that bring us back to what we want to remember.

Perhaps this is part of why Gentle Heart has become one of our most-loved collections.

Sometimes I reach for my Gentle Heart pieces when I already feel open and connected. Other times, I wear them because I don't.