Mindset Moments

Dogs can make such a difference in our lives; as companions and helpers, for healing and safety. The wonderful-ness of Dogs isn't by accident. It was a choice by humans and animals to forgo their natural instinct of defense and...

I hope someone out there has been applying these tips on healthy boundaries, work/lifebalance, nervous system regulation and 4 count breathing techniques...because I fuckinghaven’t been.Oh no, I’ve been doing double middle fingers to the screen mid email response, rehashingresponses I...

What voice are you choosing?  Growing up we didn’t have a TV or neighbors. If you didn’t have a vivid imagination, days were long. I developed a talent for doing impressions. I learned choosing a different voice could take me...

There will be times in life that feel like a battle, difficult times that require you to ask for help, make adjustments in your routine or take extra steps to care for yourself.  A custody battle, a devastating diagnosis, a...

Why you CAN Because it’s possible. Because you believe Because you repeat it   Have you ever thought about the power of thought?  It’s mind blowing once you start!  Here’s some ways to reconsider the ways you phrase: Instead of...

You have in fact, got this.  I plan ahead. Feeling like I have some control over my experience empowers me…honestly it’s my safety net so I can “keep it all together.” It’s my protection so I don’t have a sensory...

Your best resource, is your own curiosity  Think back to a time when you wanted to learn something new, or delve deeper into a topic. What were the ways you went about doing so? Are any of them below?: Asked...

All of your experiences are Welcome There are lots of helpful sites about crafting a resume. Tips for writing down the “Good” bits in a brief account. It’s not a bad timeline for personal, school and work accomplishments. The sticky...

Slow down to arrive at the destination that’s best for you In this life it may feel easier, the “norm”, you may be used to the multi-over tasking, the constant doing in several directions. The idea of slowing the pace,...

What is the “battle” really about? There will be times in life that feel like a battle, difficult times that require you to ask for help, make adjustments in your routine or take extra steps to care for yourself.  A...

  Adjustments We were putting away the weights after tonight’s workout when someone tapped me on the shoulder. I’d been MIA there for awhile, turns out so had she, and I found out why. Doctors discovered she has a rare...

Warm heart, Strong back  You wear many hats in life: partner, child, parent, employee(r), friend, community member and human to name a few. Each of these relationships has unique dynamics, challenges and expectations…along with true connection, understanding and growth. You...

Because it’s possible. Because you believe Because you repeat it Have you ever thought about the power of thought?  It’s mind blowing once you start!  Here’s some ways to reconsider the ways you phrase: 1. Instead of “I’ll tell you...

All the time, is a lot of time.  The past few months I’ve chosen to to work from a local coffee shop.  I’ve gotten a front row seat for many meet ups, meetings and discussions afterwards. This allowed me to witness...

Packing for that trip and already thinking about your escape plan? I get it... Even in the best of times, tight quarters with those we seldom see AND might not agree with can be tricky. When tensions rise it may...

Did I do that??  If you’re old enough to remember Urkel, Then you know what I’m talking about, and maybe you’ve said it to yourself too! Perhaps these moments weren’t as “in your face” as Urkel’s. Maybe, they were the unconscious,...

Energy on a circuit-  First Law of Thermodynamics: Energy can be changed from one form to another, but it cannot be created or destroyed.  Picture yourself facing another person, you’re about to engage in conversation. Imagine the energy beginning to...

Expectations are premeditated resentments  We all have expectations. It's awareness that makes the difference between; “I can’t believe she did that, I’m so mad!” AND  “I’m disappointed that didn’t work out, but I never told her how I felt or...

Feeling overwhelmed? A few ideas to help lessen the weight! It’s the holiday season.  For many this means extra time with family, traveling with children, spending lots of money and a general sense of trying to “do it all”  If...

What if failure wasn’t an option? Sit for a moment with the feelings this brought up for you. Was it a joyful release OR a panicked inhale? Where do you feel the response in your body, are you able to...

  Give it a week Sounds like something a doctor might say “Let’s give it a week to see if it improves.” That may be a good approach when seeing if the rash cream works but not so great if...