When my first son was a toddler, I was stressed out nearly every time I was in public with him. Whether at Target or a friend’s house or in our front yard, I felt like his every move, word choice, and behavior was being judged and a reflection of me and my parenting skills (or lack thereof). If he threw a tantrum or cried or wasn’t grateful about a gift he had been given or …
Wondering how to have a healthier work/life balance? On this YouTube video I share 7 straightforward ways to create more balance so you can thrive at work and all of life! **Spoiler Alert!** Achieving sustainable balance is NOT about more effective time or energy management (even though most people think this is the key). It’s about a few personal shifts that create self-mastery and emotional wellness. Click HERE to watch me walk you through these important shifts. I discuss: …
My oldest son, Maverick, turned seven last week. The age of seven is such a significant number in human development that his birthday left me with a feeling of both relief and timid curiosity. We know from neuroscience that our main belief systems about the world and how we view ourselves in it, as well as our subconscious programming, are all created by the time we are seven years old. These beliefs, whether we see …
Dr. Shefali’s latest book A Radical Awakening: Turn Pain Into Power. Embrace Your Truth. Live Free hit shelves in May. I finished her book yesterday and, as expected, it challenged my edges and expanded my thinking as all good books do! (Dr. Shefali is one of the most impactful teachers that I’ve studied with and am certified in Conscious Parenting Coaching from.) Here are a few of the new insights I became present to while …
I created a fun new habit I want to share with you. It helps me slow down and be present. It helps me savor special moments. (Savoring is a high-impact way of practicing gratitude.) It helps me create memories, which improves feelings of contentment. It helps me enjoy life more. It’s something I call snapshots. When my little boys who aren’t so little any more are wrapped up tight in a brotherly embrace, I take …