The Art of Radical Acceptance

Disappointments and frustrations are part of our everyday lives. The grace and resiliency with which we move through these moments not only help make up the character of who we are, but also are an indicator of how happy we are or are not. Many of us have a hard time dealing with disappointments due to an inability to accept hand we have been dealt. Instead, we fight against “what is” making ourselves,...

Are We a Right Fit?

My clients change.  This is something I say often.  And it is true. The vast majority of my clients achieve success for themselves. This is because I only work with clients who I believe will succeed. If I sense up-front that someone isn’t right for my approach, I’d rather not take take their time or money.  Read below to find out if you and I were meant to be… I don’t take on clients –...

Forgiving and Letting Go

We have all been hurt by another person at some time or another — we were treated badly, trust was broken, maybe our hearts were broken too. And while pain is normal, sometimes it lingers for too long. We relive the pain over and over, even marry it to anger and have a hard time letting go. An inability to let go can cause distress, distract us from work and family. It can also hinder future relationships, make us...

The Myth of Stress-Free Parenting

There is no such thing as stress-free parenting. A client requested that I share my thoughts on stress-free parenting, as the mother of three and step parent to two. Yes, that’s five kids all under the same roof– and the noise that accompanies.  And while I have learned a lot about being a mother, and finding joy in parenthood, I also know that stress-free parenting is a myth. Parents will always have...

Anxiety: From Surviving to Thriving

How to Transform Anxiety into Inspiration Are you anxious at times? I am. Let’s face it, there’s plenty of anxiety to go around: the downturn in economy, lay-offs, relationship crises, pandemics, violence – and that’s just for starters. Actually, anxiety is a natural alarm system that keeps us safe and productive. But it can become a chronic mindset. When that happens, it can deaden joy and stifle...