Category: Life Coach

It’s been 18 years, and it feels like yesterday. I celebrate her life each + everyday. I wrote this article on the 1st anniversary of her death. Today is the anniversary of my beloved Mother’s passing. It’s not an easy day for me… and this could very easily be a real downer for the topic…

Hi As I mentioned in my last email, I LOVE giving talks – teaching, inspiring, and sharing bits of wisdom that I’ve gathered along my journey as a coach, hypnotherapist, and life-long learner. I gave one just today as a matter of fact for Mums in Science, and have another one tomorrow for Inclusive Leadership in…

As professional women step into their 40s and 50s, they encounter not just a career ladder, but a variety of myths and false assumptions woven through corporate culture about what they can or “should” achieve. These myths not only hinder the success of a woman’s career advancement but can also negatively impact their self-esteem and…

Hard to Say Goodbye Today, I discovered something about myself: I do not like saying goodbye. This year I have had to say goodbye to some key people in my life and it was not easy. It was and continues to be a struggle to go on and do the needful day to day tasks…

7 Ways To Set Boundaries With Disrespectful People — Even When You’re Intimidated Critical skills that protect your mental and emotional well-being. Learning to set boundaries is crucial for maintaining your self-esteem and self-worth. However, recognizing the signs of disrespect can sometimes be challenging. Once identified, it’s essential to assertively set boundaries to protect your mental…

7 Hidden Signs Someone Is Trying To Disrespect You Someone is trying to undermine you, and they don’t want you to notice… In both personal relationships and professional environments, we all come across difficult people that we find challenging to be around. You know the ones… They annoy you, first. Then they disrespect you, getting under…

Last spring ? I decided to put up a birdhouse to attract Bluebirds. I researched what kind of houses are best, how to place them, how to attract Bluebirds, etc.   I excitedly bought a cute house, set it up, and…..a pair of Carolina Chickadees moved in. No Bluebirds! ?☹️   Photo by Joshua J.…

I’ll never forget the day I was traveling for work – again – and my husband sent me a message out of the blue that said, “Thought of you when I heard this.” It was a link to Francesca Battistelli’s song “When the Crazy Kicks In”. It made me laugh, tugged at my heart a…

In today’s digital age, children and teenagers are increasingly exposed to societal pressures and unrealistic standards perpetuated by social media. Yet identifying perfectionism in children and teens might not be easy to spot. The research is clear, showing that 25-30% of teens suffer from “maladaptive perfectionism,” i.e, striving for unrealistic perfection to the point of causing…