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Do You Constantly Feel Guilty?
This is my dog. He has mastered the face of “Hey, you’re not paying attention to me, so I am going to stand by the door so that you have to take me outside.”And you know what? It works every time because I feel guilty. But you don’t have to have a manipulative dog, with a…
Who Are You?
Do you remember that childhood taunt: “I know you are, but what am I?” It was the ultimate playground comeback, a sassy retort that could stop any argument dead in its tracks. But here’s the thing, while we may have left the playground far behind, that question lingers in our ADULT lives, albeit in a more…
The Secret Weapon Of My Morning Routine
Do you have a morning routine? If you work from home, you might find yourself rolling out of bed two minutes before you have to “log in” to your computer with just enough time to pour yourself a hot cup of coffee. If you work in an office, you are probably racing around trying to…
Maui Fires
We are safe and grateful to be back home. But as you all know, thousands of people were not so lucky. Parts of the island have been devastated. Many people lost their lives, their homes, and their businesses, and still don’t have water, power, or cell service. It is going to be a long road…
No Matter Where You Go, There You Are
In 2009, I moved to “paradise.” I mean who doesn’t want to live on a tropical island where the temperatures are generally between about 75-85 degrees all year round? I was happy to trade in my tailored suits and my crippling high heels for flip-flops and tennis skirts. Our new home had ocean views in almost…
Are You Being Too Hard On Yourself?
Life can be challenging, and sometimes, we may feel overwhelmed by the physical or emotional burdens we carry. Amidst the chaos, we must remember to hold a place where self-compassion can blossom. For me, this is found in my morning meditation, journaling, and on long walks. In one of my meditation practices, I was reminded…
Ready To Get Off The Stress Rollercoaster?
Chronic stress is a killer. Literally and metaphorically. In the short run, it kills joy. In the long run, it kills everything. I know because it was killing my joy and my well-being. When I was suffering from chronic stress and anxiety, I just assumed everyone tolerated daily headaches, muscle tension, overthinking, insomnia, and hyper-vigilance. …
One Little Trick to Help You Sleep Better
I have always struggled with sleep. When I was younger, my issue was falling asleep. I would crawl into bed and the “spinning” would begin. And by spinning, I mean overanalyzing every little thing that happened in my day. This accomplished absolutely nothing, except making me more anxious about getting enough sleep for the next day. …
