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When was the last time you tried something new?
When was the last time that you tried something new, simply for the experience? Oftentimes, our feelings around new things bombard our body and create a mess of emotions, and can create a conflict within us. Feelings can get in the way of our ability to [...]
Stop negative self-talk
Let's practice being kinder to ourselves. Last week, society celebrated Random Acts of Kindness Day on February 17! A person's actions, inactions, moods, and thoughts have a snowball effect. I believe catching someone's good mood is better than catching someone's bad mood. So, how can you [...]
Values, intentions and goals! Oh my!
Ok - I get it - haven't you also heard these overused buzzwords and phrases recently? Values, intentions, goals. Those words are everywhere! They're on mugs, t-shirts, on every journal available. Values, intentions, and goals are all common words - but what do they actually mean? What [...]
Ten Tips for Enjoying the Holidays
I'm a recovering future-tripper. What I mean by that is this: Throughout my life, I have played out different social outcomes in my mind. I think about different situations, conversations, and how I'll react, what I'll say, and what my smart retort will be. And you [...]
Thanksgiving is a week away!
What is it about the holidays that makes people feel all the feelings around the people that they love? Now add another layer - COVID, restrictions and recommendations, and different comfort levels and opinions 😬 Open conversation and communication might be key factors in navigating tough interactions [...]
Are roadblocks impeding your journey?
Recently, I spoke at a conference with the theme "Perseverance". I wanted to share with you that information. I spoke on the concept of these walls that are built in our life, where those come from, and what you might do with them. Let me know [...]
What’s the difference between want and need?
The conversation of Wants vs. Needs. How can a person distinguish between the two? Understanding yourself, and your desires, is key. Sometimes, the things that you want to do are holding you back from the things that you need to do. Check out the article below [...]
Who’s to Blame?
The blame game. It's a no-win situation dance that can create deep damage in relationships. But how does a person take responsibility for their own actions, and not throw shade and blame in another's direction? To create change in behaviors that are seeded deeply within a [...]
How are you taking care of yourself
It's a buzz phrase that is a bit overused: Self-care. I have 3 kids, 2 businesses, and 1 husband (yes, just the 1). People ask me, "What are you doing to take care of yourself?". My answer? I stay present in the chaos and do my [...]
How do others perceive you?
Do you ever wonder what others view as your strengths, and areas for improvement? How do you come across in social situations? In high stress? How motivating are your actions? I wonder about these often in my personal and professional relationships, and so I've done the [...]
What is emotional intelligence?
Think for a moment - What would your life be like if you could jump into another person's body, and feel what they were feeling at any given moment? Which emotions would you turn toward feeling, and which would you shy away from? Try this: Engage [...]