Ever feel stuck in a loop, reacting to change in the same old ways? Itâs not just youâitâs your brainâs mapping system! But what if we could rewire our responses to embrace change with excitement rather than anxiety?
Spring Into Change: Unfolding New Beginnings đ·
Unlock Your Inner Strength: Conquer Inner Critics đđȘ
How to Silence the Relentless Cacophony of Voices đŁ
Empowerment through Choice: From Fear to Courage with Ancient Wisdomđ”
The Alchemy of Self: Transforming How We See Ourselves, and Therefore, the World âš
Season of Reflection, Joy & Growth đ
While this season is about giving to others, it's equally important to gift yourself. No, I'm not talking about that trendy gadget or designer wear. I'm hinting at something far more precious: a deep connection with + truly meeting yourself and your potential, beyond barriers and unconscious limits and way past what you imagine possible
Gratitude + Tools To Navigate Stress
Stress In advance Of Holidays
The Antidote To Anxietyâs Merry Go Round
The Critical Distinction Between Judgement and Discernment - And Why Itâs Essential For Your Leadership
Discernment simply looks at the facts: what works, what won't, and can be a bridge to curiosity to look at how to navigate complex situations. It lacks the emotional baggage judgment carries. Judgment, on the other hand, creates divides, within ourselves and others. Itâs black and white, leaves no room for curiosity, and can stir self-righteousness, can make us (kinda) feel better about ourselves.
Imposter Syndrome
Embrace your strength and overcome imposter syndrome and negative thoughts to revolutionize your leadership and life. Dive into insights on reshaping disempowering narratives and leading from a place of self-assuredness. Explore how mindfulness and intentional action can transform self-doubt into empowerment. Discover more in my Forbes article: "The Number 1 Voice Certain to Drive Your Leadership off the Deep End."
MindBlowing Facts about the BrainâŠ
Ever wondered why your mental energy feels drained? Our brains, though small in size, consume a huge chunk of our body's energy. Stress and worry act as energy vampires, depleting our mental vitality. But there's a remedy: Mindfulness. By embracing this practice, reclaim your mental clarity and vigor.
Labor Day Reflections
Addressing the True Core of Wellness (and Debunking Common Misconceptions)
In a world where wellness often seems synonymous with perpetual perfection, the truth is, life throws challenges that test us deeply. Real wellness isnât about avoiding these moments; itâs about embracing them mindfully. Itâs about using tools that empower us to navigate those tough times, guiding us back to strength and progress.
4 Powerful Takeaways From Last Month
Why Embracing Our Wholeness Is A Super Power
The moment we embrace the wholeness of who we are - the completeness of our experience, we stop resisting the moments of âcontrast.â Because it is precisely that resistance which causes us pain and suffering. And as you embrace instead of resist, you access the wisdom, the insight and the completeness of your life and experiences.
How to Leverage the Power of A Pause + Micro Moments
Amidst agitation, a simple moment transformed everything. Kneeling on the floor, scrubbing away frustration, I realized the choice before me: perpetuate the turmoil or pivot. Micro-moments hold incredible powerâthey reset our days, mend relationships, and alter our inner dialogue. Itâs about awareness, mindfulness, and building that mental muscle. Gift yourself pauses throughout the day; itâs in these moments that a simple pivot can lead to profound shifts. Embrace these opportunities; they're catalysts for positive change.
The Fascinating Micro Tool That Will Generate Monumental Shifts
Consider yourself a trim tab in the grand scheme of your life. Small adjustments, like moments of mindfulness or subtle changes in routine, wield the power to redirect your entire trajectory. Prioritizing your well-being, whether through mindful breathing or active listening, isn't just a fleeting actâit's the cornerstone upon which resilience, clarity, and contentment flourish. Embrace these small shifts; they're the quiet revolutions that redefine how you navigate life's seas.
The 1 Invaluable Life-Changing Tool You Need: From A Dog đ¶
Convulsing, spitting, shaking, he nearly gives himself a heart attack. Daily. And his response to fear represents a HUGE lesson:
Itâs heartbreaking, but Bella, a precious pug, was mauled by a larger dog as a pup.
Completely fine 12 years later, the real, sustained injury from this event lives in Bear (Bellaâs brother).
EVERY TIME we go for a walk (they are temporary additions to my family, while a friend travels), when Bear sees a larger dog, he launches full force (leashed) in the other dogâs direction.
Without fail, 2-3 times a walk (3-4 times a day) these sweet, loving pugs turn reactive out of pure fear.
And while nothing comes of it, Bear creates such immense inner turmoil and agitation, it takes substantial time for him and those with him to calm down.
A vivid example, can you relate to Bearâs overwhelming and debilitating fear-based response? Even slightly?
Unfortunately, we can all be like Bear:
Predicting the worst, defending against it even if it doesnât unfold, and in the meantime, giving ourselves major agita.
So how do we stop it?
How do we not let our brains (prediction machines that predict the worst) have us take a dive off the deep-end based on a previous experience, disturbing our own equanimity - our own inner ease and peace (and likely activating others)?
It starts with awareness, and a simple pause.
That pause between the stimulus (whatever activates us) and our response is THE KEY to a new response - and thus a different result, creating a WHOLE NEW REALITY. It also builds greater emotional intelligence.
Do you find you get triggered too readily? Too often? Do others on your team get activated without awareness? Habituating that pause, and embracing the power of mindfulness is critical.
Iâve had a blast bringing these tools to organizations and sharing them with our Calm & Connect community.
Part of a team or have friends or contacts that would benefit from these tools? With August being Mental Health Awareness Month, itâs never been a better time to embrace these tools.