Today is Labor Day. After tossing and turning all night, at 3:30am, I decide to get out of bed. The mind is a curious thing. I lay in bed thinking, planning and trying to force myself to just shut down and sleep. My brain had other plans. I was thinking about my children, finances, my […]
Because I work from home 80% of the work week, my interaction with others is primarily through email and social media. A recent discovery I have made is the power of words in this arena. First, let me address something that I feel is an important virtue and character to have-the ability and decision to keep […]
When I started my Coaching business, I approached it with the intent of focusing on the psychology and understanding of why and how we make the choices we do in life: Why we repeat behavior, fail to understand ourselves and our worth. I took NLP courses, CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and recently even a Forensic Psychology […]
I was recently in deep thought as I was doing yard work. While mowing, I ran into some bumps, some rocks, and places I had to push a little harder. Other areas were smooth and easy. I had to pull some weeds, plant some seeds, water my soil. Then I realized… this was just like […]
As I was lying in bed last night, I was given this message.”Don’t be so modest.” I had no idea what that meant until I took it this morning and realized what I was to share with everyone. The journey I have been on in the last year (ok, my entire life) has brought some […]
So you’re making strides in becoming the best you that you desire-great job! You’ve lost weight, reached a goal, started a process of changing your thoughts and behaviors or you’ve begun chasing a dream… and then you hear a comment about yourself from someone that is not supportive or is downright critical? Or someone close […]
Now I know when you read that title you thought, “what?” Let’s look at the reasons behind our need and want to please people. Don’t be mistaken, there is a difference between people pleasing and pleasing people. Let me explain… They will like me– The main reason we do things for people is to get validation for […]
Here is an excerpt from my book I am currently writing. I plan to begin the publishing process in the next couple months, so be on the lookout! Chapter 11- No Regerts (not a typo) Have you ever scrolled the websites with pictures of bad tattoos? My family has to limit my viewing time on […]
As we head into the busy, crazy, and stressful holiday season. I thought I would share 4 crucial ways to be stress free! 1. Make a List I suggest this for everyday life, but it is especially important around the holidays. We have so many things on our plate and so many expectations from family […]
“Misery Loves Company.” We’ve all heard that saying right? Let’s break that down to our own life experiences. I know if I ask anyone reading this if they know of someone who is negative, every single person will say yes. Have you ever noticed that when things are going rough in your life, they are all ears […]