The other day I was walking my dog, Ellie, in the park. A father and daughter were walking behind us. We were keeping our social distance and so they were back several feet. I could hear her chattering away about COVID-19. She sounded about 10 years old and so matter of fact. I thought toContinue reading “Creativity, Kids, and COVID-19”
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Perhaps My Biggest Admission Yet
I woke up today knowing I have a lot of homework to get done but also knowing it is Sunday. When I said my prayers last night I asked for help in being able to manage my time and focus. I asked for help so I could get my homework done and spend some timeContinue reading “Perhaps My Biggest Admission Yet”
Conquer Trauma – We All Have Some!
I Know this isn’t a fun subject but it is really important to understand, especially right now. First, we all have trauma in our lives. The important question is how do we work through trauma and have we processed it in such a way that it isn’t burdening us in our adult lives. The goodContinue reading “Conquer Trauma – We All Have Some!”
It Is Time to Take Our Power Back!
During this challenging time, I have worked with so many clients who have been triggered into a feeling of powerlessness. I am concerned that it is causing them to lose motivation and even more alarming lose hope. Here are some ways you can take back your power and start working toward the new normal weContinue reading “It Is Time to Take Our Power Back!”
EcoMeditation – Boosts Immunity, Reduces Stress and Anxiety
I will just start by saying I couldn’t think of a good picture for meditation. But pictures of my adorable puppy Ellie watching me create this blog makes me feel peace, joy, and blessed. I have been wanting to blog about meditation for quite a while and during a time like this, meditation becomes evenContinue reading “EcoMeditation – Boosts Immunity, Reduces Stress and Anxiety”
Thank you 3M
Yesterday was my goodbye retirement lunch at 3M. The team gave me a bracelet and a dragonfly necklace. I was so touched! How fitting! Dragonflies are a symbol of transformation and change. As I move into full time coaching as a resiliency and transformation coach, I am a bit melancholy. I have so many memoriesContinue reading “Thank you 3M”
Positivity in 2019-Inspire in 2020
2019 had a rough start. While I had started to make many changes and things were starting to look up, I was still feeling the deep sorrow of so much loss. I received counsel after counsel and many blessings encouraging me to be patient, yet my soul was seeking to accelerate my healing and IContinue reading “Positivity in 2019-Inspire in 2020”
Finding joy during adversity through self esteem, self confidence and self efficacy.
As I look back on life and some of the painful things I endured, I have often wondered how it is possible that I could be as happy and thriving as I am now. Margaret Lynch, one of my mentors, helps explain this with three definitions of self. 1. Self-esteem which is the belief thatContinue reading “Finding joy during adversity through self esteem, self confidence and self efficacy.”
Learning Self Care
When I first started on this journey of growth and healing, people would say “you need to take care of yourself”. Honestly, I had little to no idea what that actually meant. At that time, my self care consisted of regular exercise, good nutrition, and getting my nails and hair done. The last two ofContinue reading “Learning Self Care”
Insights From Rome – Part 1 of 2
I went to Rome in February. It was a major step for me, since it was the first time I had taken a vacation, for more than 10 days, in 15 years. It was also the very first time I would be taking a vacation alone. I loved every minute of this trip. It representedContinue reading “Insights From Rome – Part 1 of 2”