Are you waiting for permission?

Hola! I recently got back from Colombia and since this was a spontaneous trip, I had every intention of working on the trip because I’ have got some cool things in the works! (Stay tuned for some big news in a few weeks!) So, the commitment I made to give myself “permission” to go on…

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I LOVE this little tool . . . so I’m gifting it to you!

Decisions. Ever find that they are hard to make? Whether it’s a small one like which outfit to wear or a big one like leaving your job or a relationship . . . often the process of choosing creates anxiety. We worry about making the “wrong” choice and possibly miss out on something or face…

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Get out of your house! Tips for overcoming social anxiety

I got so much feedback from last week’s blog about overcoming self-consciousness that I wanted to share a little more on this topic. Today let’s look at social anxiety – from mild to severe. Why do we get so anxious? And how do we shift it? I answer these questions in the video.

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Getting over self-consciousness

Ever feel a bit awkward or nervous? Maybe it’s around someone you are crushing on, or when you are around your boss, or when you have to speak in front of a group, or even when you are attempting to be “cool” with your teenage kids. Feeling self-conscious is painful! And not just because of…

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How to party and save money

“I can’t afford it. I’m on a budget.  I have debt.  I am not good with money. I am struggling with my finances.” Are these things you often say or think? So often I see people who report they are struggling with money continue to affirm things that do not create the prosperity they long…

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Are you relaxing in a way that actually recharges you?

When is the last time you felt truly, deeply relaxed? So much so that you were actually energized? If you honestly can’t remember or if it was during your last vacation, then you are definitely overdue for some downtime. But here is the thing – we need downtime every day and it needs to be…

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How to do things alone without feeling self-conscious

How does the thought of walking into a party all by yourself sound? Or how about going to a networking event on your own where you know no one? Or eating dinner alone at a restaurant (“table for one please”)? If you experienced dread and felt knots in your stomach as you thought about those…

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Do you believe in second chances?

Have you ever had something come back around like a romantic relationship, friendship, job, or career path that you thought was over? Or perhaps you’ve gotten a second chance with a different situation or cast of characters. Like a new relationship after a divorce or a job after being laid off. Or even your health…

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Are you giving up . . . but calling it surrender?

Think of something in your life you really want. Maybe it’s a new career, or a romantic relationship, or a healthier body. Now consider how devoted you are to creating it. If you are like most people, there was probably a point when you were super psyched about taking steps to make it happen –…

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A technique I use with my clients

Given that we are still riding the wave of the New Year and a lot of you have goals on your mind, I wanted to share one of the simplest yet most effective processes I use with my clients. Most of us are a bit flawed in how we pursue our goals. We think that…

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