There’s something about spring that feels like a deep exhale after the long, inward pull of winter. The days stretch a little longer, the air carries the scent of new blossoms, and there’s an energy—almost a hum—beneath the surface of everything. It’s a season of renewal, of planting, of welcoming the promise of what’s to come But before we get caught up in the bloom, we have to honor what came before. Winter, with all …
Many times last year I felt uncomfortable within my life and had to make some tough decisions – all of which felt impossible to follow through with. I had to choose between hurting myself or hurting others, and that was a hard reality to carry, especially as someone who was programmed to be a “good girl” and lives in a culture that applauds putting other’s needs ahead of our own. I’m also a deeply feeling …
“How do you express your feelings and not be taken as emotional/rude in the workplace?” 👆A question I get often after my keynotes, so I want to share some tips with you. Hint ➡️ You can also use these with your family this holiday season. 🎄 First, recognize that we’ll be considered emotional if we don’t manage our emotions well and they end up coming out sideways in the form of a blowup at a …
Dreamin’ of pumpkin pie… with a side of over-served uncle, closed-minded cousin, or over-involved in-law? Ahh the holidays. That time of year that brings so many of us together with ones we love… and ones we’re forced to love because of blood and marriage contracts. To keep the holidays magical and reduce as much frustration with others as possible, I’ve put together this EQ check list to keep your cool no matter who shows up …
“Is your life hard, Mom?” my 8-year-old asked, as I huffed around the kitchen cleaning up the 80th round of snack plates since school had been called off for an entire week for the 2nd hurricane in 2 weeks. His comment snapped me right into mindfulness as he unknowingly became the mirror I needed to peer into that day. (Our children and relationships are always a mirror into our next level of self-mastery.) I softened …