For the last several years, I’ve picked a word for the year. For me, it’s a way of being intentional about what I want to create in my business and life in the coming year. I thought about more than a couple words for 2019 but I kept coming Read more…
“It is in your moments of decision that your destiny is shaped.” ~ Tony Robbins Everything that we do in life starts with making a decision. We make decisions every day, starting from the time we get out of bed to the time when we go to sleep. These decisions Read more…
It’s almost Thanksgiving and, here in the United States, it’s a special time to gather with family and friends, and express gratitude for all the good we have. One of my favorite things about the holiday season is tradition – those special practices that may be unique to us and Read more…
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” – Anne Lamott Take care of yourself. We hear that a lot, right? But how many of us really prioritize it and make it a consistent part of our daily routine. I’m not talking about Read more…
“Through discipline comes freedom.” ― Aristotle I’m immersed in the topic of positive psychology. My coaching is based on it and I’ve taken courses and trainings in its philosophy and application for years now. I’ve seen, and personally experienced, the difference it can make in people’s lives. For those who Read more…
Over the years I have read – and heard – lots of explanations for why a person continues in patterns of behavior that don’t serve them. And I get it – Change is difficult and deeply ingrained habits can feel almost impossible to move the needle on at times. Even Read more…
What??? I recently became familiar with this concept and have to say I’m a little obsessed. I’m not sure if it’s because the leaves are turning, and mornings are getting cooler, but fall is officially here and I’m ready to live the hygge life. Because one of my main coaching Read more…
The topic of resilience in positive psychology deals with the ability to handle the challenges of life, challenges that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Some people have the capacity to endure difficult, even tragic, life events, and come back a stronger person than before. This capacity is the hallmark of a Read more…
I was on a webinar recently and was struck by a statement the webinar leader, a highly-respected business woman, coach and leader made, that the rate of change we are experiencing now, today, is the slowest it is ever going to be in our lifetime. We are living in the Read more…
“A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men.” ~ Roald Dahl I really love this wise quote by Roald Dahl. Being a somewhat driven type, nonsense is not always something I’ve necessarily embraced. The more I’ve lived and learned, though, the more I’ve come to realize Read more…