Love Yourself, and the Rest Will Follow

How do you feel about self-love?   More importantly, how well do you love yourself?   For most of us, loving ourselves is something we may know is important, but often have difficulty actually feeling, expressing, and embodying. I’ve spent much of my life – as a student, an athlete, in business, in relationships, and in general … Read more

The Art of Allowing

A few years ago, I got some specific feedback that it would serve me, my work, and my growth to start practicing the art of allowing in a more conscious and deliberate way.  While I was familiar with the concept of allowing, I realized I had little awareness or experience of it in actual practice. … Read more

The Importance of Celebrating

Many people underestimate the importance of celebrating. In fact, many of us don’t celebrate enough. How do you feel about celebrating? If you’re anything like me and most of the people I know, you probably enjoy it. As much as I like to celebrate, at times I find it challenging too, especially these days.  Here … Read more

Be a Force for Good

In the wake of some of the recent events in the world and in light of so much of what we’ve all been through the past few years, I’ve been finding it challenging to focus on the good stuff, even though this is at the core of my approach to life and what I teach. … Read more

Love Your “Flaws”

To love your flaws, you must first forgive yourself, appreciate yourself, and love yourself. Learn more here.

If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent more time than you’d like to admit trying to “fix” your “flaws.” Although I may pretend otherwise, many of my goals, desires, and even my motivation to grow and change has often come from a deep place of insecurity within me – thinking that if I could … Read more

The Trap of Comparison with Others

The Trap of Comparison With Others

How often do you compare yourself to others? If you’re anything like me and most of the people I know and work with, you probably compare yourself to others more than you’d like to admit.  And, as you may have noticed (like I have), this comparison process never seems to feel good or work well. … Read more

The Power of Listening

The Power of Listening

How well do you listen to the people around you? Listening can be challenging, especially these days, but the power of listening is so important. When we listen, it allows us to better understand ourselves and other people too. However, with all of the distractions around us and within our own heads, it’s incredible that … Read more

Being Bold : What Does it Mean to You?

Being Bold: What Does it Mean to You?

What does being bold mean to you?  Bold people are daring and courageous—they’re not afraid to break the rules. They have their own identity and are willing to express it.  Are you that type of person? Do you consider yourself bold? Some of us do, but most people I know and work with, myself included, … Read more

Speaking Your Truth to Live a Life of Authenticity

Do you find it easier to talk about speaking your truth than actually doing it? Speaking up and speaking your truth is an essential aspect of living a life of passion, fulfillment, and authenticity. However, we struggle to find ways to speak our truth for many of us, myself included. Not too long ago, I … Read more

How to Embrace Disappointment and Learn From it

How to Embrace Disappointment and Learn From it

I am not a huge fan of disappointment. When I disappoint someone or disappoint myself, it can often lead me to feeling sadness, anger, and even shame. How do you feel about disappointment? Recently, I’ve been quite disappointed by some important people in my life and, in turn, they’ve been disappointed (and annoyed) with me. … Read more