“It's not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives. It's what we do consistently.” ― Anthony Robbins” Quite a few years ago, before becoming a certified life coach, I became enamored with the idea of incorporating small, deliberate, and consistent baby steps in my daily life instead of surges of energetic momentum to accomplish my goals. Why? Because the joy and motivation I experienced during my surges rarely lasted as the work of meeting goals became more grueling, and I found myself depleted, defeated, and unable to find the momentum to keep going. It's discouraging to be stuck with no real progress to show for it. In the coaching world, we call these Mini Habits. Mini-habits are small, positive steps (routines or rituals) that only take a few minutes out of each Continue Reading
7 Ways to Make the Most of a Good Beginning
"A good beginning makes a good ending." These are the words encased in glass on the hallway wall of the university building I enter every day. Each year we welcome a new class of enthusiastic, wide-eyed pharmacy students eager to get to work and fulfill the requirements for their doctoral degree. They come from various states and countries with this one thing in common. And it doesn't take long before the novelty gives way to the reality of a rigorous and often grueling journey ahead. I always love the excitement that goes with meeting and greeting these new students. I've also always loved the process of preparing my own kids for a new school year. There's so many hopes of good things to come and expectations of great accomplishments. I think it's a prime moment in time when Continue Reading
3 Sweet Reminders for a Peaceful Holiday
I remember the whitewashed lettering painted across the red barn - Peace on Earth. Each December a towering star lit the way for the message to sink into the hearts of all who traveled the country road. In the darkness of the winter sky, one couldn’t help but ponder the way of peace. Decades later, the elusiveness of peace still surrounds the season, now more than ever. When the world is still spinning in the uncertainty of COVID variants, rising inflation, and political tensions, peace is a much sought-after commodity. We've found ourselves wrestling with more than was ever expected, and although we've acquired a greater appreciation for family time, self-care, and work/life balance, we're still left grappling with the residue of 2021 and the stress of busily making the most of the Continue Reading
November – Breathe in and Give Thanks {Sensory Gratitude Prompts}
It's true that gratitude doesn't always come easy, even in November. Sometimes the experiences of life don't leave us feeling all that grateful. When life is hard and the edges are a bit rough, sometimes we need a little guidance finding the cozy moments. Moments where we... ~Take time to look at the world around us and notice the smallest detail of beauty ~Mindfully savor the variety of tastes in a single day ~Recall all those who add value and joy to our life ~Listen to the sounds of our day and allow our soul to be inspired ~Choose to slow down and be present in a moment of rest ~Make space for what makes us feel warm and cozy on the inside ~Remember the abundant gifts of our week and realize this is the best of all we have "If you start living for the Continue Reading