More Translations. Today: FML (hint, NOT Family Medical Leave...)

No, FML is not the "Family Medical Leave (Act)" though that would be more palatable, to be sure. FML, loosely translated, is "F__(orget) My Life" and it makes me cringe, A LOT! I want to teach you how to shift from frustration to powerful and happy thoughts...

So what do you do now? You’re having a bad moment/day/week/month/year. OK.

Remember me? I’m the Silver Lining Chick & Realist’s love child. So here’s the deal: If you feel like your life is out of control, throwing your hands up in the air is not the answer. It may feel good in the moment, but the second you say something like, "FML" or "Life Sucks" or "Bad things ALWAYS happen to me" or "It's ALWAYS SOMETHING", or “Things NEVER work for me!” guess what? You're right!!! You've informed every cell in your body that bad stuff is going to go down - always, and that informs your every thought and action. Yes, it does.

When life bites you in the rear, as it is occasionally, apparently entitled to do, here’s what you need to know for a quick turn-around:

1. STOP, drop and (let it) roll. No fire here. Just stop what you’re doing. Now. Stop.
2. Take charge of your thoughts. Stop what you’re thinking. If you are sitting, stand up. If you are standing, sit down or walk around. If you are holding something in one hand, switch hands. You have now interrupted the pattern.
3. Say these three letters and commit them to your new story memory:    CML = Command of My Life

That’s it. That is the Secret. You get to choose. You are in Command of your life. Simple as that. Change how you’re thinking. Is everything sunshine and lollipops? Well... I didn’t say that, remember there’s a lot of realist in me. But, when you change your thoughts and interrupt an old or negative thought pattern, you get to re-align your cognition (thoughts) and in doing so, you project your presence forward into the next set of thoughts, and then you feel differently, you behave differently, you choose differently, and you get different results.

Think, Einstein: “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.”

So, flip the switch. Switch hands, stand up, sit down, stop, drop and roll. Interrupt the pattern. It’s a practice. Once you start and become consciously aware of interrupting the old and replacing with something new, you will create effortless momentum. Yes, it is that simple.

No more FML. No more “ALWAYS-NEVER” thoughts. If you catch it, flip it. That’s it.

Go, have fun and Take Command of Your Life. I think you’ll be glad you did!

Blessings. Gratitude. Love.

WTF Translated (hint: it’s not as bad as you think)

“The positive thinker sees the invisible, feels the intangible and achieves the impossible.” ~ Unknown Do you ever find yourself thinking really negative thoughts? Have you ever been caught off-guard by something “bad” or a series of “bad stuff” seemingly stacking-up against you? Do you then you ask yourself, “WTF?” (loosely translated, “What in the world?!”)

I’m a huge fan of overcoming old stuff and re-writing the story, which you’ll occasionally hear me say this way: Time to update your story. We get to choose how we see things. While we cannot have control over our surroundings or things that happen around or to us, we can certainly control or re-direct our thoughts to make things better for ourselves.

In our first interview crafting her Vision of Success, a now graduated client told me, “I want to log in to my bank account and not ask myself, ‘WTF??!!’ I just want to feel relaxed about it all.” After we had a clear picture of what she wanted for her finances and other areas of life, I worked-in the WTF and re-directed it in a way to not only make her giggle, but to also feel good about where she was headed. You see, as a coach, I get to see your life from a different perspective, and I can see your potential ~ and it excites and inspires me to no end!

So, re-direct and re-work the proverbial “WTF” from its original meaning (again, loosely translated, “What in the world?!”) to this:

WTF = Well, That’s FANTASTIC!!

Every upset, every unpleasant surprise, every dollar we wish we had, brings us the opportunity to change how we see and experience our life circumstances. When we think in positive terms, we can see things we never saw before, feel things we were never able to feel and achieve things we once thought were impossible.

Am I saying that you should think in terms of sunshine and lolipops? Not at all... That would be so fake that your subconscious would laugh you right out of your own head. But if you ask yourself what you are learning, IF you could learn something, and how you can take it and make something good out of it, then you are likely to change not only the way you see things, but how you DO things.

Trust me.

It takes some work, a little mindfulness, a wee bit of “fake it ‘til you make it” mentality, but you will notice a change.

Here’s what you need to do when something goes awfully wrong:

1. Breathe. This is not only a sign of life, it will bring your blood pressure under control (really, it will) and help you pause for a moment before you toss the baby out with the bathwater
2. Ask questions. What am I learning? Is there a way to turn this into something good?
3. Trust yourself; you know more than you think you do. Know that you always know what’s best for you, so if you make a choice to see and do things differently, then you will, and it’ll ultimately turn out well (or at least teach you something you were meant to learn)

Having a positive attitude is only part of the picture, but this is a great start and will get you moving in the right direction. Next week I will teach you a way to shift the “FML” mentality to something more productive and positive. Until then, remember Well, that’s FANTASTIC! And you will at least laugh a little, if not make a positive change by thinking differently.

Life happens. Own it and make the best of it.

Blessings. Gratitude. Love.

Lookie!! What we see when we reflect

“Upon reflection, I see where I’ve gone right. Upon reflection, I see where I’ve gone wrong. Upon reflection, I recognize I’ve taken a number of leaps of faith - BIG, HUGE ones (yay me!) Upon reflection, I see myself in my parents, friends and family members. Upon reflection, I see myself in my children’s eyes.” ~ TLC We see parts of ourselves in everyone we meet, even when we meet someone we don’t care for much. So, rather than have visceral reactions to people who rub us the wrong way, we can ask ourselves what we see in them that bothers us, and if there is something we can learn to change or appreciate about ourselves in a different way.

I love this word: reflection. I love it because we can think, muse and take a look in the proverbial mirror. What do you see when you look in the mirror?

We can even reflect verbally. When someone’s words feel critical, how do you respond? Do you feel tension in your body? When you answer, do you get defensive? Rather than react, you can reflect: “Hmm...” (My favorite word!) “I’m hearing you say that you don’t appreciate (X) about the way I answered. Is that true?” Often people simply aren’t aware of their tone, but sometimes people passively, or not so passively, behave in an aggressive manner. When this is the case and you reflect back what you’ve heard, you are in a great position to possibly help someone learn something while protecting yourself and your integrity.

Do not engage. Just don’t...

A good friend taught me the “Q-TIP Method” of disengaging: Quit Taking It Personally. I use it a lot with my kids, and have learned that when there are people who seem hell-bent on sharing their opinions in ways that might not feel good to me, I think to myself, "Q-TIP!" and am able to smile inside and take a breath.

So, going back to when you say, “Hmmm,” know that you are effectively giving yourself a moment to switch to Q-TIP mode and disengage. Then, if you choose to reflect to the other person, you can do it in a way that is not offensive or rude; you are simply reflecting back what they’ve said to you.

Another method of reflection mirrors the thought for the week - consider this when observing nature outdoors, your own nature and that of others. Let your observation be diligent, your reflection profound and your experiments exact (in other words, take your time, observe, think, come up with a plan and THEN move forward).

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:

“Our observation of nature must be diligent, our reflection profound, and our experiments exact. We rarely see these three means combined: and for this reason, creative geniuses are not common.” ~ Denis Diderot

I wish you the best week as you learn to enjoy your reflection, use the Q-TIP Method and create the best, most passion-filled life you ever dreamed of.

Blessings. Gratitude. Love.

The Elephant in the Room

Have you ever noticed that things seem to happen in groups of three? Do you pay attention? What do you notice by the third time? Do you think it’s a sign from greater powers? Or maybe your subconscious mind is bringing your awareness to something that needs attention. Regardless of religious or spiritual beliefs and leanings, many people feel they are being offered a sign when something happens for the third time. I recently experienced a profoundly spiritual encounter with what I am now convinced is my animal totem: elephants. I admire this gorgeous creature for its strength, peace, love, leadership, connection to ancient wisdom and incredible memory. I developed an affinity for elephants while I was pregnant with my daughter, a time when I transitioned from free and unencumbered to responsible, deeply connected to my own self and profoundly grateful for the power of my femininity. Over the past few months, I have re-connected with elephants in three different ways.

First, at a Reike treatment, I told the master that my intention was to release old thought patterns around money, my relationship with myself in my new role as provider for my family, and fears around the control I allowed money to have over me in the past. I entered the session with open heart and mind, ready to release the things I was tired of talking and worrying about, and just wanted to feel a sense of freedom and acceptance of my life and circumstances, even as I continued working toward painting a better financial picture for myself and my children.

The session was amazing. A number of emotions welled-up, and snap shot moments presented, including an emotional release with tears of gratitude for a life of abundance, and envisioning very distinct colors and images, not least of which was an elephant. This elephant was adorned in jewel tones and golden baubles, and walked toward me slowly, with purpose. As the elephant approached from the upper left quadrant of my view, seemingly floating on air, I felt a sense of calm, knowing that this massively powerful creature, though it was coming directly toward me, was sent for me and that I needed to be courageous and open to receive its message. When it passed by me, I heard a whisper, “Let go. The elephant always knows and will carry it for you. The elephant always remembers.” In that moment, I felt an incredible shift, as if something that had been attached to my insides was released, and I was free to move with ease and comfort, both physically and emotionally.

When the session was finished, I shared the elephant experience with the Reike master and her eyes welled-up with tears. She was quiet for a moment, and then said, “I dreamt last night that I was giving away elephants, and was completely perplexed by it. I understand now that it was for you.” The session was extremely powerful, and I felt tired and exhilarated at the same time. I left with a sense of peace and a clear understanding that I chose to accept and receive the elephant’s message, see the colors and enjoy the release to the fullest extent possible. I was able to give away the old thoughts and beliefs of the past that no longer served me; the elephant would carry it for me. I have continued the practice of releasing the past and letting go of old thought patterns - thru meditation, deep breathing, writing and mindfulness.

The knowledge of the past stays with us. To let go is to release the images and emotions, the grudges and fears, the clingings and disappointments of the past that bind our spirit. - Jack Kornfield

My elephant experience continues to a more recent time. I met a very nice man while out with friends one night. We exchanged business cards, as all “good” Washingtonians do, even while out on the town, and he called me a few days later. He remembered much more of the details of our conversation than I did (it was girls’ night out and I was not particularly bothered with remembering anyone I spoke to that night, much less the details of any conversations.) In my amazement over how much he remembered from our conversation, I playfully told him he had the memory of an elephant. As our friendship progressed, he remembered the elephant joke on my birthday, and gave me the most adorable stuffed elephant as part of my gift. The moment I opened the package, I felt a rush of energy and felt my heart burst open, as if this little stuffed animal could really carry the memories for me and help lessen my load. In the same moment I felt intense gratitude for meeting a person who paid attention to what I had said, and obviously read my cues much more deeply than I realized. That gift is more precious to me than anything I have ever received, besides my children.

A few weeks later while I was meditating, I was searching for inspiration and focus, and thought to pull a card from the Ask and it is Given deck, and what landed on top after a shuffle or two was a card with the picture of an elephant, reminding me that every request is granted, and there is always enough for all. With that focus in mind, I started reciting the prosperity and abundance mantra I was practicing for 40 days. What happened next amazed me and brings me to tears, even in this moment. I became overcome with a feeling of relief, and release. Tears began to stream down my face, and as I let go of the weight I’d been carrying, I started saying between mantras, “Thank you! I know.” Within a few moments of this immense relief and gratitude, the same elephant from the Reike session approached from the upper left quadrant of my mind’s eye, at the same pace, adorned in the same jewel tones and golden baubles. As it walked past me, I heard the same whisper, ‘Let go. The elephant always knows and will carry it for you. The elephant always remembers.’

That day was a bit of a blur, as I relaxed-in to knowing that I have (finally) allowed myself to release the burden of the past, the fears of the present and the unknown, and have let go of the old thought patterns. I allowed myself to take care of a long list of small tasks that had overwhelmed me before, but I always felt I shouldn’t attend to because I had more pressing things to do. I just took care of business, and released the burden; I knocked-down barriers in my own mind by clearing out the things that were holding me back, now no longer tightly-held inside of me. I felt a sense of calm knowing that all is well in my world; that the affirmation I have breathed into my life is so real and true: I am love, all is well.

The next day the same adorned elephant visited me during my meditation, only this time, it stopped in front of me, bowed its head and I was able to kiss it on the forehead, at the location of the sixth chakra, also called the third eye in yoga, the gate to higher consciousness and perception. The rest of my meditation, I felt as if I was floating on air, that I would soon know the answers to questions I’d been asking, and that I could rest-in to the knowledge that I am supported by my source, my faith and belief in myself, and the tribe I have gathered around me.

The third experience expanded into a greater connection with my daughter, who I recently learned can see auras, or colors, around people. We were talking about it that day and when she saw the stuffed elephant sitting on the dining room table, she said, “That elephant is very special to you, isn’t it?” When I told her that a good friend had given it to me and that it felt very special when I opened the gift, it occurred to me to ask her what color she saw around the fuzzy little inanimate object. She stopped, looked, and declared, “Yellow.”

Here is where it gets just a little “trippy” for me... I confess limited knowledge of Hinduism or the story of Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, Lord of Success and deity that destroys pride and ego, ultimately uniting us with a large, universal ego (i.e. “we are one”). I had looked it up after a discussion with my business partner, who is also my very good friend. She also has an affinity for elephants, in particular Ganesha, after a beautiful spiritual experience in India in her early 20s (I will elaborate on this in my upcoming book, where I tell more detailed stories.)

On reading the story of Ganesha, the man with the head of the elephant, I learned that he is also the guardian of the third chakra, the solar plexus, which corresponds to the color yellow. And, if that isn’t enough to knock your socks off, when I shared this story with the giver of the stuffed elephant (who at this point I was sure would want to run screaming from me, the crazy woman who sees elephants while meditating) said, “Wow... I am amazed and impressed. Did you know my favorite color is yellow?”’

I don’t know what to say about all of this, except that I felt completely humbled after piecing all of this together. First, I believe that my daughter is a gift to me for healing and grounding, and probably also for knocking down barriers; she is totally fearless and beautifully self-assured. Second, I have needed a lot of support and guidance in getting past roadblocks, both real and self-inflicted, and it is not at all surprising to me that elephants would be part of my journey. Elephants are graceful on their feet, strong and have a lot of style. They teach us to hear the truth in our own voices and have the ability to push over large obstacles with a gentle touch, showing us that strength can also be gentle. Elephant matriarchs lead with love and inclusion, and are fiercely loyal. Not only do I relate to the elephant, but I am paying attention to the significance of it appearing to me in three ways, all from what seemed like forces outside of me, and yet, not really.

Finally, I feel blessed. There have been times in my life when I have felt so different that I felt all alone in this world. I now understand that in my awareness, in my willingness to be open to the messages that are sent to me by higher powers, or from me to myself, I am never alone. Ever. So, when you receive a message, in whatever form, three times, will you pay attention? Will you sit up and listen? I invite you to enjoy the message and allow yourself to take inspired action with the wisdom you receive, which is likely your own wisdom.

Are you willing to love yourself enough to listen to your own message?

Blessings. Gratitude. Love.

Pinch Me, I’m Dreaming! Using dreams as a guide

“A dreamer is one who can only find his way by moonlight, and his punishment is that he sees the dawn before the rest of the world.” - Oscar Wilde

Our dreams tell us a lot. Sometimes the brain is simply uploading and organizing information while we sleep, and this is one of the reasons why sleep is critical to our overall wellbeing. However, our dreams can also give us insight to our internal workings when we are processing information from our waking life. If you are trying to sort out an emotional situation or if you are ignoring something, the brain and subconscious have a way of bringing you to attention by sending you a whopper of a dream. Some people experience recurring dreams. Some experience chasing, scary or euphoric hero dreams. All of this is your subconscious sorting out situations and input from your waking life.

The study of dream analysis has been varied over the years. In ancient Egypt and Greece, dreams were seen as a supernatural communication or as a means of divine intervention. In Europe toward the end of the 19th century, dreams were used as an integral part of psychoanalysis, and the perceived content of those dreams was said to reveal the latent meaning to the psyche of the dreamer (Sigmund Freud’s work The Interpretation of Dreams is a famous and relevant example of dream interpretation.)

While I believe that dreams offer us some juicy symbolism for our waking lives, I also like the word “dream” for how we see our lives unfolding. Our hopes and aspirations are also “dreams.” When I was younger, I had a number of dreams: go to college, grad school, get married, have a couple of children, own a home, etc. I have achieved all of those dreams, yet I still see my complete dream as unfulfilled. I continue to expand the idea of that dream and fill it in with some very interesting and fun experiences, new people and brighter outlook.

How do you feel about your dreams? Are they still alive? Have you ever felt like your dream was shattered? I have. When my marriage ended, I had to examine what my dream was, why it felt shattered into a million bits, and whether my dream was really my own, or something I had worked toward because I thought that was what I was supposed to be doing. I have since learned that my dreams were tied into what I believed I was supposed to be doing, what I believed I should dream of. I had coffee with an amazing coach, Margie Warrell, and she said we all need to stop “should-ing on” ourselves. The moment we use the word “should” we are already wrong, because “should” automatically places judgment on ourselves or others.

I want to tie this to dreams because as my life unfolds, I open myself to all the possibilities and watch everything come together, I recognize that when I stopped “should-ing on” myself and allowing myself to dream of what I really want, I started to feel free. That freedom has allowed me to expand my dreams and aspirations. Now my dream includes expanding my business, helping people change their lives, hopes for my children, our life together and a whole host of future experiences.

Would you like to fulfill your dreams? How can you do that? I can help you get the ball rolling, with a few easy steps. What lies ahead might seem somewhat disjointed, but I assure you that you will enjoy changes and see results almost immediately if you open your mind and heart to creatively choosing a new path for yourself.

“Dream as if you’ll live forever, live as if you’ll die today.” - James Dean

1. Dream big. Write down what you want from life. Be adventurous, bold and aim high. Write it out with specifics like places you want to visit, things you want to see, the salary you know you deserve and how you envision your life in the bigger picture. When we put it down on paper, it becomes more real to us. You can get more specific by setting mini-goals to keep you going, or keep it big picture, stretched-out across the horizon.

2. Pay attention to your dreams. Your dreams can shed a lot of light on your waking life. If you have a very symbolic dream that leaves you scratching your head, write it out and jot down your thoughts on what it could mean in your life. I often refer to a dream analysis website when I have a crazy dream that needs some more thought, and I pulled some basic symbolism for you to shed some light on your own dreams:

Recurring Dreams: indicates unresolved issues or unhealthy patterns

Nightmares: suggests that there is an unresolved issue with emotional or frightening content, perhaps a health issue you have been avoiding

Chasing Dreams: a metaphor for some type of insecurity. You are avoiding a situation you think is not conquerable

Animals: your own physical characteristics, primitive desires or sexual nature, depending on the animal.

3. Try lucid dreaming. Lucid dreams occur when you are somewhere between asleep and awake. In a lucid dream, you can actively participate in, and manipulate, imaginary experiences in the dream. You can confront perceived threats and improve your self-confidence. Using lucid dreams can help you sort out a problem from your waking life and visualize and practice asking for what you want and need - practice a speech, prepare for an event, ask for a raise, etc.

Set high goals for yourself, give yourself permission to touch and embrace your dreams. Be mindful of what your subconscious is telling you while you sleep. Use the symbolism to sort out issues you may have buried that need attention. Your dreams can guide you to your better path, to the life you want, if you are willing to listen and take action to change your life.

Blessings. Gratitude. Love.

Harmony as a Means to Empowerment: How to Align Your Thoughts & Deeds to Create the Life You Desire

“Always aim at complete harmony of thought and word and deed. Always aim at purifying your thoughts and everything will be well.” - Mahtma Gandhi Have you ever found yourself wishing you had something, then focusing on what is “wrong” in your life? Do you argue with your spouse, children, co-workers or friends? Do you wish they would just listen to you and stop being so difficult? What if all these people did exactly what you wished they would do? How would that look and feel?

I recently had a “Eureka!” moment where I realized that I thought that my children “never” listened to me. I wondered why they were being difficult, why I couldn’t get them to cooperate with me, stop fighting, put on their shoes, etc. Sound familiar? If you are not a parent, you can apply this generalization to any situation. If you have ever found yourself thinking or saying, “My partner never listens to me,” or, “That will never happen,” or, “There’s ALWAYS something,” then you are right. What I learned about my children was they were modeling MY behavior: being distracted by other things. Why? Because when I was in a state of overwhelm, I got into the habit of being distracted and scattered, and only half-listening to them while multi-tasking.

When I slowed down, I re-visited my personal and professional WHY and reminded myself that my WHY is very simple: Empowerment and Harmony. I was certainly not empowering my children or myself to live harmoniously while being only half-present. Thankfully, today is a new day.

“Today I choose to empower myself to create harmony every chance I get...” ~ TLC

 ...and I get a lot of chances!

How about you? Do you recognize opportunities to create harmony? Do you feel like you have power to create the life you want? Let’s break down the Gandhi quote.

Thoughts. Start with thoughts. If you think positive thoughts and your thoughts are in alignment with your values, then your words and deeds will reflect that. The opposite is also true. Let that marinate. How do you feel about yourself, your spouse, boss or colleagues, in-laws and family members, your neighbors and the world in general?

If you have negative feelings and thoughts about a person or situation, consider looking in the mirror. The people and situations in our lives are a reflection of us. Ask yourself what you might learn. Be open to the answer; you might peel back a layer to reveal a part of yourself you haven’t yet accessed.

Words. What do your words say about your thoughts? Have you used unkind, disrespectful words, or have your words been loving, kind and uplifting? What about self-talk?

I encourage my clients to write morning pages first thing in the morning; to write everything out, even thoughts like the following:

“It’s 6am, I feel terrible. I slept horribly. I am overwhelmed and I’m not even out of bed yet. I am so far behind on my to-do list; I will never get done. This day is going to suck rocks.”

The beauty of the morning pages is that you can release the negative voice. You can also address every assumption and negative thought by stating the positive outcome you desire. Or, you can simply let the negative thoughts and words flow to release them, leave them on the pages and get on with your day.

Deeds. What about your deeds? Do you practice acts of kindness? How is your attitude when asked to help with a household chore? Do you do it willingly, knowing that you are contributing to your home team?

In addition, you can offer to do things for people without being asked. Help with chores, fix dinner, repair something, or bring home fresh cut flowers. Outside your home, open doors for strangers, smile at people, and say “bless you” when you hear someone sneeze. Acts of kindness are far-reaching and do not require much of you; simply offer a thoughtful gesture or smile.

When we strive to create harmony - first with our thoughts - we naturally do the same with our words and deeds. It may take some effort to begin to think positively, shifting away from old negative thought patterns, but you will feel free when you do.

Gandhi said if we aim at purifying our thoughts then everything will be well. How do we make it happen? It is not just our thoughts that need purifying, but the feelings associated with the thoughts. We can say positive things all day long, but if we do not feel these thoughts are authentic, then the negative feeling is the same as negative thinking.

So, now what?

1. Acknowledge Feelings For What They Are. Stop everything when you feel negativity creeping in. Acknowledge what you are feeling. Remove any judgment, and acknowledge, “I feel angry right now because I am frustrated.” Stop there. Do not tell yourself what you should or should not be feeling (stop “should-ing” all over yourself). The feeling just is.
2. Practice Compassion. Just as you would with a child, be forgiving, allow yourself to feel what you feel. How you respond to feelings is important. Be understanding of your natural need to emote, and forgive yourself for any foibles as you would a loved one.
3. Express Gratitude. When we express gratitude, we shift our thinking away from what is wrong to what is right and good. In a difficult situation you could allow yourself to feel grateful for the opportunity to learn something. Be thankful for the opportunity to see yourself in a different light. Finally, you might feel grateful for the opportunity to repeat a pattern one last time, realizing you get to grow through a situation and heal from old patterns that no longer serve you.

There is freedom in harmony of thoughts, words and deeds. You have the choice to set yourself free. I believe in you and your ability to create the life you desire.

Blessings. Gratitude. Love.

Continuous Journey of Personal Growth

Personal growth is a continuous journey, and one that I hope you will find pleasurable and fun. There are so many tools to help you grow and learn, evolve and move toward your highest self. Some of these tools are spiritual in nature, some are intellectual, and some are simply tools and tricks we learn along the way in this experience we call life. Your personal growth journey is yours to experience and is unique to you. That said, many of us are on a similar path, and there are plenty of opportunities for us to connect and support one another along the way. I share personal growth and development tools that I have created or adapted to my coaching practice through my education, experience and personal insights. Some will come in the form of inspirational thoughts and motivational tips. Some will come in the form of specific exercises to perform to get to where you want to be, or to break through  barriers along the way. Still others will come in the form of specified, sequential methods to change thought patterns, establish an attitude of gratitude and practice compassion.

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What is Coaching?

Coaching is an integrated system of a variety of methods and exercises with the intention of guiding clients to their highest success. The client and coach partner in an individualized, thought-provoking and creative process that inspires clients to craft a clear vision of their success, and to take inspired action to realize their highest potential. We will work together to define and design your personal Vision of Success, map-out your journey to your highest self and prepare for potential roadblocks along the way. I employ a number of methods, systems and series of questions that help you tap-in to your intuition and abilities. My coaching training program, education, life experience and intuitive sense give me insight based on your answers to questions, sometimes even if you do not answer directly!

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Isa's Creative Space

I present to you my beautiful daughter, nicknamed Isa (Ee-sah). She has been asking me to create a blog for her in order to share her art work and write her thoughts. I hesitated for a while for a number of reasons, and I am sure any parent can relate: time and effort required of me, possibly over-exposing my child to the public eye, running the risk of cyber ‘problems’ that have now entered our sphere of awareness, and the list goes on. However, I want to honor her desire to emulate my writing and use of social media in a way that feels safe and connected, and wrapped-up in my arms. My intention for her on this page is to allow a creative space where she can upload pictures or scanned images of her incredible creations and to share her thoughts. On this day in May 2012, she is 8 years old. You will notice that there are no images of her on this site; this is strategic in order to protect our family privacy and to allow my innocent little girl to remain this way for as long as possible (says the protective mother, fingers crossed). I hope you will enjoy her musings and creations, and if you have children in your life, perhaps you will be moved to share her thoughts with them and spark a deeper level of conversation and connection.