People are often interested to know what kinds of things my clients are working on in coaching. While I don’t share specifics or names, there are many times themes that arise and I happily share those. Right now is a time I am noticing some threads in common amongst my clients. They are all working … Continued
Is it ever okay to quit? Many of us grew up being taught that quitting is not okay. “Don’t be a quitter.” we heard. Quitting– according to the dictionary- to stop or discontinue and action or activity. Quitting is a decision that is thoughtfully made, consideration is taken and the decision is made on purpose. … Continued
I am a BIG fan of spending time alone. It wasn’t always that way. There was a time in my late 20’s I remember being very uncomfortable with being alone. I am so grateful for having developed the comfort in it, as the benefits have definitely served me well. Up until the pandemic, I kept … Continued
A few days ago a special person in my life passed away- after a long, very well lived life, Phyllis Emmons Black, she was 90. On her 90th birthday last year, she rode Space Mountain with her grandkids! This might tell you a lot about Phyllis. There is so much a could say about having … Continued
As I began to write about resolutions, I asked myself, why is it even important to me to write this post? Whenever we feel strongly about something, it is a good thing to stop and ask why. Why is it important? Resolutions are important to me on two levels. The first is personally. I was … Continued
I have written about routines, including bookends of your day, many times on this blog site. Whenever I think about the most important, essential thing to not only creating what I want, but having some control over what I design my life to look like, two works always come up: routine and consistency. Have a … Continued
This is my last post of 2025! As I reflect on this past year, I am thinking about what I enjoyed the most. Time and again the things I enjoy and make a lasting impact on me are times with family, little trips with friends, working with my clients and working on the challenges I … Continued
If someone asked me this question my answer would be, I do them. I wasn’t always this way, I was fortunate to have mentors and coaches to help me learn along the way. Now, I am a big advocate for keeping routines no matter what time of year it is, no matter where you are, … Continued
I shared in my newsletter this week that my son is my biggest teacher in the area of presence. We all have a lot going on and going through our heads and can get easily distracted. Recently I heard someone who was 70 reflecting that if they live to be 100, they have maybe 30 … Continued