Is mental money math causing you anxiety? This is my term for the overanalyzing of finances. Thinking about what bill needs to be paid next, what deposit will cover each withdrawal. But then it goes even further... Should I buy the unsalted natural peanut butter for...
How Image is About Control and Ways to Let Go
What image are you projecting? I don't know about you, but I get exhausted being "on" even when things are going smoothly behind the scenes. After my first depression, I started to call it "putting on the show." I don't want to put on the show anymore. My life feels...
Four Easy Steps to Lower Your Burnout
I'm exhausted, confused, feeling like a blank slate. These are my first signs of burnout. I stare at my computer not knowing what to do and not wanting to do a damn thing. Then guess what happens? I start to beat myself up. "Nobody likes you." "You're a hot mess."...
How to Say NO to Work Trauma and Thrive
Trauma can show up in ways you never expect. Did you ever think it would be a player in business? In a world where we're taught to keep professional life and personal life separate, trauma making a cameo in your work day can be especially jarring. As a heart-centered...
Three Things Human Design Has Given Me
Human Design? What in the world is Human Design? I remember when my friend, Lisa Caruso of JoyWelle, first mentioned this to me. She said it was very complex and interesting. Hmmm… Intriguing, but nothing I needed. Then the Universe stepped in (as she often does). I...
Fear: What It Means and How to Embrace It
What are you afraid of? Being rejected… Feeling stupid... Moving to a space of insecurity... Being negatively judged... Failing... Or is it that you're not valuable at all? Fear is a beast, isn't it? The monster creeps into your brain making a mess out of the well...
What It Really Means to Be a Consultant
My days as a consultant are different than I expected. Let's be real - I had no idea what to expect when I went out on my own. People tell you the scary stuff. Honestly, I said some of these to myself. And I undoubtedly said it to other entrepreneurs. (Sorry...
Success Celebration
Do you take the time to celebrate success? Not just the "got a new job" or "bought a new home" kind of milestone event. The every day success that brought you joy, yet you weren't sure anyone would care. Should you make a big deal of it? The answer is yes. Absolutely...
Women Supporting Women
Women are incredible! (Not biased with that, I swear.) I’ve always been amazed by what women can do. When I found myself in sales 18+ years ago, it felt strange. The only person I compete with is myself; I strive to be better than I was the day before. How can someone...