In order to move, we must disrupt. To realize a dream, we must get uncomfortable. On the way, there will be unexpected events that throw us off center, but it is then we can remember, we are in choice in how we respond, and remind ourselves of the larger purpose. Sometimes, yet, often, when we … Read more

I was talking to a client, and an amazing leader recently, and we were discussing the notion of speed through which we move through life and work. We reflected that speed is not a factor of going fast, or slow, but how we can move through life more deliberately. This lens allows us to consider different approaches to situations. We are able to think about what the situation calls for and chose … Read more

Throughout life, do you notice yourself saying “When this happens, I will be happy, or “When this over, I will be relieved”? This is all too common, and a pattern of thought that does not keep us in the present moment and allow for reflection, growth and resilience. Transition: We are so used to doing, … Read more

“Dharma” is about creating connection to what we do each day, eliciting a sense of love, purpose, and belonging in life and work. I heard the word Dharma recently, and it reminded me of a night years ago, where in my sleep, I was repeating the word “Dharma, Dharma, Dharma.” I was so moved and … Read more

I am honored and humbled to write to you and help kick off 2022 through the lens of coming home to self. Snuggle in, find a nice cup of tea, and take some time to read about how we can individually, and collectively, find our path home to ourselves by setting some intentions, asking questions, … Read more

Many of us are going through a huge life transition with the layoffs happening around us, or to us. I myself have been through layoffs, and felt caught off guard, took it personally, impacted my self-worth, and confidence. I remember coming home after a layoff, and laying on the ground of my living room in … Read more

Whether your a leader of your own life, family, community, or organization, we can often feel a sense of overwhelm, anxiety, or even depression when we create  goals that are unrealistic without a sustainable plan to get there. We tend to focus on the “all or nothing” approach, and then find ourselves stuck or depleted. … Read more

My personal journey of letting go, reprioritizing, focusing, and realizing a dream. Many people over the past months have reached out to check in and reconnect, given I have been quiet over the past couple of years. Questions are: Am I OK? Am I still coaching, or leadership development work? The short answer is YES, … Read more

Reflecting on the current state of the world, it’s increasingly evident that we must take control of our own inner landscapes and destinies rather than waiting for others—be it a company, organization, or individual—to do it for us. Redefining our approach to finding peace amid chaos and cultivating our own inner power are essential ingredients … Read more

This fall has humbled and amazed me. After years of planting seeds—both in our new home in Hood River, Oregon, and within my own inner landscape—we’re finally tasting the harvest. Intentions became dreams. Dreams became daily practices. And now, we’re gathering the fruit. It was around this season that I first planted the seed for … Read more