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My “to do” list is always long. In fact, I noticed not long ago that I rarely get everything on my list completed in a day. Upon reflection, I realized I was finding comfort in having a long list of things to do. I took a hard look and had to admit that I was […]

When I begin a session with a coaching client I start by asking the client to “breathe deeply and slowly three times.” One day, I forgot to use the word “slowly”. One, two, three…my client was breathing…and sounded like she was hyperventilating. “Whoa!”, I told, her. “Slow down and try it again.” “Oh, that feels […]

I love the challenge of personal growth.  I just like to get better.  When I’ve got a challenge ahead of me, I pull out all the resources, self-care, support system, reference materials…you name it…and I tackle the problem ahead of me.  Maybe that’s why I love being a coach and helping my clients solve their […]

What’s the right balance for you?  I don’t mean work/life balance. I see people asking a different and bigger question these days. They’re asking “What role does my job play in the balancing act of life?”  People are leaving jobs like we’ve never seen before. They’re tired. Overworked. Undervalued. Discouraged. No longer willing to tolerate […]

When I begin a session with a coaching client I often start by asking the client to “breathe deeply and slowly three times.” One day, I forgot to use the word “slowly”. One, two, three…my client was breathing…and sounded like she was hyperventilating. “Whoa!”, I told, her. “Slow down and try it again.” “Oh, that […]

You get out of bed. You think about the day ahead at the office.  Ugh.  You feel your body become tense.  You ask yourself “How many more days can I do this?” This is not how we’re meant to feel about our jobs.  We’re meant to be energized, excited, challenged and happy.  Most of us […]