Learning to FlyThis entire week I’ve been flying high off the wings of Chrysalis, the three-day workshop I facilitated last weekend with my partner and friend, Britta. Chrysalis provides a safe space for women to come out of their “cocoon” of self-doubt, judgment, confusion and hurt so that they can “spread their wings” and FLY…

From Huffington Post Column 7/14/09:Dear Christine,Lately I have been struggling so much with anxiety about everything in my life. I feel like I should have more figured out about my future. What can I do to ease this constant state of anxiety that I am feeling?– Anxious, 27, St. Louis Dear Anxious, Here is the…

Thank you Harley Davidson that is. Last Sunday my friend James invited me for a drive up the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway on his Harley Davidson. Before we got on the bike, he said to me, “Christine my motto in life is either Hell Yes or Hell No – so what’s it going to be?”…

From Huffington Post Column 7/07/09:Dear Christine,The career advice I have always heard is, “Do something you love and you will be successful.” My problem is that I am 26 years old and I have a job that is okay but I don’t love it. Everyone tells me to find something I am passionate about but…

From Huffington Post Column 7/02/09:Dear Christine,I have been unemployed for nine months and I feel myself becoming more depressed about it every day. When I was first laid off, I was able to see it as an opportunity. But now after looking for a job every day with no success, I am getting really scared…

Last weekend I attended a wonderful event and as part of the entertainment for the evening, an incredible magician/illusionist performed who mesmerized the audience. I looked at the facial expressions around the room and noticed how joyful and youthful everyone appeared as we stepped out of our super serious adult lives and suspended our disbelief.…

Picture this: You are running late and hit unexpected traffic. Everyone on the road seems to be over 80 years old or fresh out of Drivers Ed class. How do you react? Does all the frustration manifest into driving more aggressively and critiquing aloud your fellow drivers? Are you guilty of road rage? I will…

From 6/23/09 Huffington Post Column:The last few weeks, I have offered observations and advice regarding the twenty-something experience which inspired even more advice, feedback and colorful commentary. One comment that I wanted to highlight was from mono who wrote: This article is bogus because I think nobody can give advice to others. I heard a…

From 6/17/09 Huffington Post Column:The past two weeks, I have blogged about the rite of passage for today’s twenty something woman (part one and part two). Below are ten brief tips to keep in mind during this time of transformation or really any stage of life as we are all consistently presented with unique challenges…

I love swimming but I never have been a fan of cold water. Probably because I grew up in Texas and spent summers swimming in pools that were like bath water. So when faced with a cold water swimming opportunity, I have always eased my way in. First feeling the water with my hand, then…

Stuck in a Moment? Are you stuck in a pattern? Are you fixating on the same issue or thought? Are you wallowing in an emotion? Last week I wrote about letting it be and this week I want to encourage you to let it go! There is a distinction between giving yourself the space and…

From 6/08/09 Huffington Post Column:In my column last week, I discussed the rite of passage that a woman goes through in her twenties which brought forward great comments and questions so I’m continuing the conversation. Next week I’ll summarize the two columns by featuring specific tips for twenty-something transformation. But if you want concrete action…

Have you ever noticed that when an uncomfortable feeling arises, all you want to do is stop it, change it, ignore it or hope it passes quickly? My clients often come for a session with the desire for some sort of “feel better quick fix.” When I invite them to just be with the discomfort…

Music is something that can alter my mood and attitude by bringing a memory from the past immediately into the present moment, inspiring me, or uplifting my spirits. I absolutely love the transformative power of music – don’t you? Just think about your favorite song right now, hear it playing in your head and notice…

From 5/26/09 Huffington Post Column:They say hindsight is 20/20. I’m sure we all have said at least once, “If I knew then what I knew know . . .” Some kind of time machine where we could go back and give our younger self advice may have spared us some unnecessary angst! But since the…

After speaking at Bridgewater College in Virginia last week, I had an hour drive back in the dark to my hotel in the thickest fog I have ever seen. Now, I’m not experienced at driving in fog (I live in LA – we drive in smog, not fog!). I could only see about three to…

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From 5/19/09 Huffington Post Column:Dear Christine,I broke up with my boyfriend about two months ago because he cheated on me. I am really struggling – it infuriates and makes me sad every time I think about it. I feel totally betrayed and duped. Any suggestions on how I can get over this? Cheated on, 28,…

From 5/12/09 Huffington Post Column:Dear Christine,From your experiences and research about 20-somethings, at what point in life do you suggest young people start looking for a long-term committed relationship? I understand that getting your life in order and learning to be an individual while concentrating on a career are very important, but what are some…

From 5/5/09 Huffington Post Column: Dear Christine,I read your posts about spring cleaning relationships and your advice hit a nerve with me. I have a friendship I want to end – I have known her since high school, but I don’t feel that close to her. We used to have fun together, but our lives…