Attempting challenging yoga poses reminds me it’s important to be comfortable with the uncomfortable. When things aren’t easy, trust that the universe is stretching you for your own good!

When a precious jewelry redesign went awry, I began to understand that imperfect is not “less than.” We all have our flaws, and they don’t have to detract from our beauty, our value, or what we deserve.

I was absolutely stunned when my trainer told me I’m a complainer! Sometimes we need a jolt of self-awareness to kick-start new behaviors. For me now, it’s “no pain, no gain – and no complain!”

All achievements start with goal setting, which is what I profess to my clients all the time. Ironically, early in my coaching practice I didn’t have my own clear goals! Here’s how I corrected that…

You never know where inspiration will ultimately come from, or when! Find out how a simple poem my mom shared with me many years ago became the inspiration for my coaching practice.

My daughter showed me that “home” isn’t always a single place. It’s wherever you can be you, grow, and try new things – knowing that you’re welcome, accepted and loved.

I learned the hard way, after struggling with cell phone “dependency,” that periodically breaking from connection allowed me to reboot and refresh – and get some rest!