Change is not popular; we are creatures of habit as human beings. 'I want it to be the way it was.' But if you continue the way it was there will be no 'is'. - Robin Williams Rooted deeply in each of us is uncertainty. Human beings are creatures of habit.  We want to find […]

Have you ever held a grudge against someone? Have others held one against you? If so, then you know that resentment can weigh pretty heavily on you, like a shadow that looms over your heart and mind. Resentment can sprout from a range of situations: misunderstandings hurtful comments childhood trauma perceived injustices deep-seated grievances While […]

You know that sudden feeling in your gut - that tight squeeze or gentle tug that says something's up? Maybe it whispers quietly, nudging you toward or away from something, or perhaps it screams at you to sprint full-speed in the opposite direction. But how do you know if that voice is truly your intuition […]

I truly believe we need more empathy in the world. While sympathy is alright (and sometimes needed too!), empathy enhances our ability to connect to others and understand one another - something we know is essential for our overall happiness and life satisfaction.  But what is the difference between sympathy vs empathy? And when is […]

The most successful people aren’t necessarily the smartest. But, oftentimes, they are the most adaptable. When plans crumble, when problems arise, or when something requires a fresh perspective, they can usually navigate these situations with greater ease - pushing past them and achieving their goal. Legendary Irish playwright and critic George Bernard Shaw said it […]

Shadow work has been one of the best emotional healing tools I’ve used thus far in life. I’ve had several “dark nights of the soul” that caused me intense emotional distress. My first “dark night,” I was flat broke with no money to invest in counseling. That’s not a great space to be in when […]

Does this sound familiar? You’re in the midst of a busy work day - juggling multiple projects at once - but you find yourself thinking about what you’ll have for dinner or how you’ll coordinate your weekend plans.  Then your phone buzzes. You reach for it, completely throwing yourself into another train of thought. Or […]

Our minds are constantly working and processing information. We go through our days feeling like there’s always more to do. And while you’re busy taking care of one thing after another, decision fatigue can creep up on you. On top of that, it’s easy to fall into a cycle of constant stimulation in our technology-driven […]

Ever stare at a to-do list that somehow got longer overnight… and suddenly feel paralyzed? Or maybe you’ve walked into a room and completely forgotten why you’re there…again. The deadline that slipped past. The emotional meltdown over something small. The feeling that your brain is buffering like a bad internet connection. Sound familiar? If so, […]