This is the time of year when every post, article, and email blast centers around the concept of gratitude. We all love encouraging and hopeful stories that highlight humility, appreciation, and generosity of time, money, and spirit. Being grateful for acts of kindness and generosity is compelling and healing, but rather than focus on this concept directly, I want to take this … [Read more...]
How I Survived Tough Times By Building Conscious Grit
When I was 22, my whole world was flipped upside down in the blink of an eye. A few weeks before I was due to give birth to my first child, my husband, Peter, suffered a serious cerebral hemorrhage that left him with life-changing impairments to his executive functioning and personality. He was only 27. For the next few years, I juggled being both mum, dad, and the … [Read more...]
The Precious Predicament
I had the opportunity to witness the final day of a week-long Tibetan monk mandala creation in Santa Barbara, California. The tradition for this type of Buddhist mandala is to represent an ideal of a perfect universe, transforming our ordinary human minds into a state that is enlightened. The Sanskrit meaning of the word mandala is ‘circle’, and these art pieces are a … [Read more...]
Could A Strength Training Class Help You Move Forward On Your Next Big Business Decision?
Is it ready? Can we launch? Is there something missing? We’ve all faced moments of questioning in our business. Whether it’s a new venture, a proposal, a project, or a post, we find ourselves questioning if it’s ready or not to be put out into the world. It can feel daunting. You’ve proofed it, tested it, received feedback from trusted people in your inner circle. As far as … [Read more...]
Purpose, Passion and Empowerment: How Ikigai Inspires Female Entrepreneurs
Have you been feeling stuck in a rut lately in your freelancing business? Wake up each morning dreading the workday ahead with little motivation or passion for the tasks that fill your calendar? You're not alone. Many female entrepreneurs struggle with finding purpose and meaning in their work at some point. But there is hope - discovering your ikigai can change … [Read more...]
3 Tips to Verify Thought Leaders
Since 1994 when Joel Kurtzman, who was the founding editor-in-chief of Strategy & Business magazine, used the term Thought Leaders, this buzz word has misled and distracted leadership everywhere. The original use of the term was meant to define a Thought Leader as someone who had a deep understanding of a business marketplace, the needs of customers, and had original and … [Read more...]
Tap into Your Zone of Conscious Grit to Win in Business
If there’s one thing that’s been proven over and over, it’s that those who have the grit and determination to stay the course despite the roadblocks placed on their path are the big winners in every sphere of life and business. Yet grit is unconscious for many business people. That’s not a bad thing, but it does mean they’re not focusing their energy as effectively as they … [Read more...]
5 Secrets How Women Can Set Goals They’ll Actually Achieve
We set ourselves super motivated new goals at the beginning of the year, but we quickly forget most of them. I coach women to meet their goals, so this doesn't surprise me. Because even while many people make goals for themselves, few of them consider how they can reach those goals. Part of the reason is that we set the "wrong goals" and then often don't see any progress, … [Read more...]
Giving Failure a Successful Structure
Fail faster. Fail forward. We've all heard the adages related to success that involve failure. We clearly all understand that failure or mistakes are a normal part of life and business. In fact, every inspirational guru will tell you to fail faster! However, what they don’t tell you is how. When you're experiencing a failure or mistake, you're operating from feeling. You're … [Read more...]
Happiness Jar: What It Is, How to Make One and Why
A happiness jar (also called a happy jar) is a simple and effective way to boost your happiness and gratitude. It's also fun! This easy-to-make DIY project has become very popular in recent years. By taking just a few minutes each day to jot down happy moments and positive experiences, you can cultivate a more positive mindset and increase your overall sense of … [Read more...]