In Praise of Wild Women
Knowing I'm a feminist, you may be surprised to learn that I'm conflicted about Women's History Month. I'm grateful that we have...
3 Habits for Leaving "Busy" Behind
A nagging voice in the back of my mind tells me I shouldn't be writing this blog post. As I type, in my kitchen there is a crock pot half...
Brave enough to be You
Over a year ago, I had someone I respected ask me why I chose to be so open about my hobbies and interests. At first this question caught...
Getting Out of the Boat
Warning: the following post reflects my personal religious views. While I pride myself in being of service to people of all backgrounds...
Even coaches need coaching.
I have a confession to make- tonight was the first time in 32 years I've asked someone to help me exercise. I've tried running on my...
There's Hope for Heroines
I grew up in the era of the Disney Princess. Back in the early 90s, films like Beauty and the Beast, Little Mermaid, and Aladdin were...
Steaks and Trash Can Lids: The Power of Presentation
One of the hardest but most valuable lessons I’ve ever had to learn is how much presentation matters. You can have the best argument and...
O Captain, My Captain!
When I first learned of an open position with my current employer 5 years ago, I wish I could say I saw it as a dream job. To be honest,...
What's in a Name?
One of the hardest things about launching my coaching business was deciding what to call it. While I accept that I have to be personal in...
The Hardest Part About Becoming a Coach
When I committed to launching my coaching services more formally several months ago, the hardest part wasn’t staying up late after a long...