How Change Impacts the Brain and Holds You Back

Change - that can be a scary word, more so for some people than others. Change means moving away from something we know and moving to something we don't - and that can create resistance. Some individuals will drag their heels, refusing to the change while others will go with it but are kicking and …

Monday Morning Motivation

Here are some motivations to make your Monday more positive to set the tone for how your week will go, of which YOU have the power to create - make the best of any and all opportunities in your way (or create them) and celebrate any and all success!   "Visualize this thing that you …

Stand Out by NOT Doing What Others Do

Do you remember the letter I wrote to myself? Well, I've come to realize that I have really struggled in my career, both in corporate jobs as well as in my own business, and a big reason is that I've always tried to fit in when I should have been ok with standing out. When …

Enough said….

In light of recent events, not only here those in Louisiana and Dallas, this is all I've got today; hope this brings you peace to spread to others - we need it: "If I want to live in a peaceful world, then it is up to me to make sure that I am a peaceful …

The New Trend Coming in the Job Market

I read some startling statistics yesterday that by the year 2020, it is predicted that more than half of the U.S. workforce will be working in what is being called the "YouEconomy"(Zane Pilzer, 2016). This is the term for those who are taking 'gig's through freelancing sites, several part-time jobs, contracting and the like. For …

An Exercise for Self-Validation and Self-Worth

I just finished an exercise, as homework in a coaching program I'm in, and I must say it was life-changing. I am not sure why this exercise at this particular time was so effective - as I've done them before- but it was. Right now as I'm writing this I feel freer, happier and more …

Getting Out of the “I don’t know” Rut

Have you ever been asked a question by someone and found yourself answering "I don't know"? I see this often, and have been guilty of it myself in the past. What I find is that in times of crisis - or when something feels that way - we may not really know an answer; it's …

How do You React to Unplanned Change?

I was in church this morning, which is merging with another church; today was the first day the two were brought together. I used to attend both at one time but this came as a surprise. However, what should have been a holy experience was interrupted by a woman who sat in front of me, …

Life Lessons from a Golf Pro

I love reading inspirational stories of how people made it to their success. One of these is Gary Player, a professional golfer, who has shared his personal 'commandments' - the life lessons he has lived by and you can, too; hope you enjoy: Change is the price of survival Everything in business is negotiable, except …

Forging On – Now That You’re in the Habit

Happy July 1st - the first challenge is over and a new month full of possibilities awaits. I love this time as there are so many things to look forward to - most of which I can create. You have the same opportunity. My reveal is that I'm forging on with a new challenge, although …