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In transition? 5 things to help you through
Newsletter, support systemBefore I went out on my own in 1999 to launch Career Strategists, I remember feeling frustrated, stuck and anxious at my job as a marketing communications director. I was ready for a big career change, I just wasn't sure which path to take.…
One of the best life hacks: know yourself!
Mindfulness, NewsletterThe words, "We don't see things as they are, we see things as we are," flooded in this morning.
My coaching/consulting firm is in the midst of some structural/staff changes and I'm watching myself flail like a fish out of water without a full…
Why kindness matters (and where to begin)
emotional self-care, NewsletterLast month while leading a workshop on the west coast, my teaching assistant and I had a rude, jarring experience with another presenter. We later found out he had recently lost his partner. Consequently, our perspective of the episode shifted.…
When you don’t feel like doing anything
Newsletter, Self-CareMe: I am so tired. I feel like I should go back to bed. Not sure what I should do.
My husband: Go back to bed.
This is a text between my husband and me yesterday morning. I had slept OK, was not sick AND had a full day ahead of me, yet…
When in doubt, do less (and experience more)
Newsletter, Self-CareAfter facilitating a retreat at the beautiful 1440 Multiversity in the Santa Cruz mountains last week, I had a rare 24-hours in Carmel to relax and play with my dear friend and teaching assistant, Val. We considered visiting a local thermal…
How do you come home?
Newsletter, Self-CareA couple of months ago, the yoga studio where I have been practicing yoga for almost 15 years went bankrupt. They were bought by another Austin studio and rebranded (new owners, teachers, vibe, etc.). This studio was my second home. While practicing…
6 reasons you should be #1 on your to-do list
Newsletter, Self-CareSometimes I feel like a broken record, constantly advocating the benefits of self-care and how this practice has transformed my life over the last 18 years.
This past week confirmed for me that this message is one we all need to hear, again…
Letting go = peace of mind
Mindfulness, Newsletter, UncategorizedLast week, I had "one of those days" .... double booked appointments, a miscommunication with a vendor, tech gremlins gone wild, a lost check— and suddenly everything felt like it was going from bad to worse. I was trying to wrap up an intense…
Are you stingy with your love? (+Win a retreat!)
Self-Care
This spring marked the 19-year anniversary of my mom’s passing. Healthy and active, she died at age 60 from congestive heart failure as a result of a sudden, serious case of the flu leaving behind six children ages 19 to 34.She’s been on my mind--and in my dreams--a lot lately. I really miss her.
Do You Need a Fresh Perspective?
MeditationI’m having a lot of “not good enough” thoughts come up right now around parenting. Some days, all I can do is take it hour by hour, breathe and pray. My productivity at work has suffered and I’m finding myself hopping on the worry train way too often.
5 ways to find rest & renewal this holiday
Mindfulness, Self-CareYesterday I spent an hour with my December calendar--not penciling things in, but cancelling pending events and making choices that supported a more open, spacious, restorative winter schedule.
Does the thought of hanging lights and attending…
Tag Archive for: women’s retreat
Self-Care Summit ~ “The Power of YOU: Cultivating a Daily Self-Care Practice” ~ May 10-16
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