How to create a vision portfolio (and the life you crave)
I created a high-vibe, Law of Attraction-inspired vision portfolio that’s become an integral part of my everyday life. I look at it when I’m having my morning coffee and have taken it with me to cafes and even when I travel. I wouldn’t be without my vision portfolio—and it’s helping me manifest a life I […]
3 ways YOUR poor self-care is effecting those you love
You make cupcakes for the bake sale, take your friend’s late night call to talk about her marriage, pick up slack on the project at work, schedule the family doctor appointments, and generally tend to the wants and needs of others. You do and do for others, always putting yourself at the bottom of the […]
My secret dream for years: To write a book
I’ve always enjoyed writing. Putting words on paper is my flavor of creativity. And I’ve wanted to write a book forever. It’s always been a dream of mine. To write a book, you obviously need to actually sit down and write. And I’ve done a lot of writing—with over 400 blog posts to date. But […]
Do these thoughts make you feel bad?
Ellen hurt my feeling when she turned down my invitation. I’m worried whether I’ll get the promotion at work. My presentation needs to be absolutely perfect. I’m so confused and really don’t know what to do. I want to start my own business, but am afraid of failing. Sue didn’t seem very pleased with my […]
What one result do you most want to achieve in the next 90 days?
I’m not trying to nag. At the same time, I want to hold you accountable for your goals. You said you want ____ [go ahead, fill in the blank]. Maybe you want to launch a blog or leave a soul-sapping job. Maybe your goal is to declutter your house or re-enter the dating world. Or […]
Maybe you should embrace what you envy
Has this ever happened to you? You find yourself checking Facebook, scrolling through your Instagram feed, and browsing Pinterest boards. You tell yourself it’s for inspiration. Or you’re just curious. But when you see what SHE’s doing and what SHE’s done, you don’t feel inspired. Instead, you feel deflated. Your little game of comparison quickly […]
Are you afraid to color outside the lines?
Have you noticed the adult coloring book craze? My sister clued me in about this trend awhile back as we browsed in a bookstore. Since then, these stress-relieving, creativity-encouraging coloring books seem to be everywhere. It’s a thing apparently. Seeing these coloring books brings back memories. I liked coloring as a kid. Getting out the […]
What makes you think you know what’s best for others?
I don’t know what’s best for you. Or anyone else for that matter. And you don’t know what’s best for me. Or anyone else for that matter. Since those statements hold true for you, me, and everyone, this stands out: There’s a whole lot of advice giving going on. Usually unsolicited. Often disempowering. Here’s what […]
On my nightstand: Big Magic
In a good book the best is between the lines. –Swedish Proverb Do you ever hear so much about a book before you read it that you’re certain it won’t live up to the hype? That’s how I felt about Big Magic. It seemed like everyone was talking about it. Clients raved to me about […]
I’ve had enough of performing, perfecting, pleasing and proving
Do you know what’s exhausting? Hustling for worthiness. Performing, when you’re not an actor. Perfecting, when your standard means nothing is ever quite good enough. Pleasing, when you’re an approval junkie. Proving, when that little voice whispers, You’re not enough. I’ll bet you know what I’m talking about. Because I’ve yet to meet a woman […]