Mindset

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What if it was gentler?

Photo by Kellie Zeigler The more I experience coaching (as the coach and client), the more I’ve come to see that coaching is powerful because it’s not just about getting us from Point A to Point B. The container held between a coach and a client provides the space to explore questions about how we …

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An Invitation to Say No.

An Invitation to Say No.

An Invitation to Say No. Release overwhelm and say yes to what nourishes you. Photo by Jen Theodore on Unsplash. When I found myself sitting at my desk with my blanket tucked under my legs wanting to pull it completely over my head as I read another email about a free workshop, I knew I needed …

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Situations as Experiments

Situations as Experiments

How many times have you tried something new and been disappointed with how it turned out? I know I have. For some reason I tend to think that the first time I try something it will work out perfectly and solve all my problems. That’s usually not the case. Like when a new recipe isn’t …

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I’ve been social distancing for over a year. These strategies help me thrive.

I’ve been social distancing for over a year. These strategies help me thrive.

I’ve been social distancing for over a year. These strategies help me thrive. Finding what works for you and other strategies to maintain well-being while social distancing. Photo by Alexey Lin on Unsplash. I’ve been social distancing for over a year. I have reactions to chemicals and artificial ingredients found in many fragrances and cleaners so, going out …

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You have a choice.

You have a choice.

One of the most powerful concepts I have learned and put into practice is that I have a choice. I get to choose how I feel and how I react to everything in my life. I used to think this meant if something wasn’t going my way or as planned that I should just flip …

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I’ve been social distancing for over a year. Having this mindset helped me.

I’ve been social distancing for over a year. Having this mindset helped me.

I’ve been social distancing for over a year. Having this mindset helped me. How to implement a mindset to maintain well-being while social distancing. Photo by Mohamed Nohassi on Unsplash. I’ll admit, when I first started hearing of people struggling while being quarantined at home, I didn’t get it. You see, for the past couple of years due …

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What do you need?

What do you need?

“Idk, I haven’t really thought about it.” That’s what she said when I asked her what she needed to support her right now. It’s a question we don’t ask ourselves enough. So, I’m asking you, what is it that would support you right now? Not “what to do you need to-do?” What do you need? …

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It's all about you!

It’s all about you.

She looked at me doubtfully when I said, “It’s all about you.” We were sitting down to explore how coaching could help her. I explained that even though coaching involves the coach and client coming together as equals, what’s unique is that the coach is only supporting the client. Which means, it’s all about her! …

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Positive Psychology at Bustle

Positive Psychology at Bustle

Positive Psychology at Bustle This week I got to share some positive psychology in a @Bustle article by #KristineFellizar! We all make judgments about other people and even ourselves. I help normalize this experience by explaining that our brains are wired to do it in order to keep us safe. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share …

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You can help as you are.

You can help as you are.

You can help as you are. The most inspiring thing about the chronic illness community is how by sharing our journeys, we help others. It’s a common reaction at times to think, “I can’t help anyone because I’m too sick.” Or to put it off until the future, “I’ll be able to do something meaningful …

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