Kickstart Your New Year with This
Often, we navigate life by going with the flow, reacting to situations as they arise. As long as things seem stable, we may think we’re doing well. However, when challenges arise, our ability to respond confidently and clearly can be compromised. In those moments, we might find ourselves just holding on, barely making it through each day.
As we step into a new year, we’re presented with an opportunity to begin anew.
You have the power to shape what you want to create. There are five internal pillars to align so that your internal desires manifest externally.
Parable of the Pallets
Yesterday I was reminded of a story. In 1991, my husband and I moved into our first home. It was 1000 sf in a cute neighborhood of 1940’s homes. It was just right for us. The only “problem” was the back deck was non-existent. There was just a muddy place during rain…and dust during sunshine…as […]
The Number One Fear I Hear From Women
In one form or another, I hear phrases like this: “I don’t know what I’m going to do.” “I don’t know what is going to happen and it’s overwhelming.” “I’m afraid my kids will…” Author Susan Jeffers says, “All you have to do to diminish your fear is to develop more trust in your ability […]
How Long Does Transformation Take?
“How long will it take?” Sometimes people ask me this question when they are considering coaching. They want to know if it’s going to be a quick fix to their challenges. I like to tell them about Chinese Bamboo. So how long will it take? In the words of Haley: What do you wish you […]
Negative Thoughts Have A Message
Several months ago I read an article in our community magazine. The title is “Avoid Negative Thoughts.” I was intrigued because thoughts are foundational to the work I do. I read. I was disappointed. If I did not understand how vital it is to face, feel, and find the message of my negative thoughts, I […]
When Challenges Seem Overwhelming
Do you ever feel overwhelmed? Do you ever wonder if there is really a point to life? Do you ever hear yourself being afraid of what may or may not happen? Do you ever think there is no way you are going to make it through your challenges? I get it. I’ve been there. I […]
Dear Mental Health Sufferers
Dear Mental Health Sufferer, I feel your pain. This morning I had planned to clean my bathroom. As I crawled out of bed, you came to my mind. And all thoughts of cleaning my bathroom fled. I know your agony. I know what it feels like to wonder how you can possibly do another day. […]
Brain Chatter
My clients often say very brilliant things. A couple of days ago, one of them said My mom has been living rent free in my brain for too long! Wow! If you’re like most people, there is a lot of chatter inside your head. According to Healthline, individuals process over 6000 thoughts a day! So […]
Wherein I Feel Worth Less As A Parent
Do you ever feel worth less as a parent because of what your children do or don’t do? Do you ever feel worth less because you have challenges? Understanding that worth and value do not change is fundamental to becoming more emotionally resilient. It matters!
Depressed? Try This
Depressed? The social program says that we shouldn’t feel certain ways. And we certainly should not express what we are thinking or feeling. Instead, we’re supposed to hold it inside. Here is a skill to appropriately express yourself…and give your depression a voice. It matters!
