Life Balance
Letting Go of Dad
My Dad was a talented artist, sports enthusiast, and generally fun-loving guy to be around. I could tell you many funny stories about his lack of direction and getting lost everywhere we went, his soft spot for dogs, reflected by how many visits we made to the Humane Society, and his intense love of ice…
Keep Reading...5 Ways to Fall In Love With Yourself
This month we will hear about love—A LOT with Valentine’s Day a couple of weeks away. We can all agree love makes the world go round, but we may forget that it all begins with each one of us. Whatever your current relationship status is, if you seek love from another, fall in love with…
Keep Reading...Your Mindful Year
A client of mine had some serious financial issues that were affecting virtually every area of her life, with a job she felt stuck in, the stressed relationships with her husband and children, and most important, her feelings of lack of self-worth. Every time she even thought about taking a positive step forward, she became…
Keep Reading...Create Your Holiday Culture
I had the privilege to speak at several Wellness Conferences this fall and a common theme I heard was that organizational wellness is not just about creating a wellness program, it’s about creating a wellness culture. A culture is made up of shared attitudes, values, goals, and practices. This got me thinking about the upcoming…
Keep Reading...Unplug to Engage
Last week was busy—too busy. I created a very tight schedule with book signings, speaking, preparing for a month of travel, writing deadlines and hosting a party, all in addition to my normal yoga and coaching clients. I left no room for error and no time to catch my breath and transition from one activity…
Keep Reading...The High Cost of Chaos
Just when you think the distractions of summer are about over and the economy is turning around, we get another unexpected round of uncertainty and sliding markets. The fear and panic from all the indecision and volatility is palpable and creates chaos, which never serves because… Chaos is exhausting. Anxiety and fear drain our energy,…
Keep Reading...Summer Solstice: Let the Light In
Happy Summer Solstice! Today is the longest day of the year and is a result of the Earth‘s north-south axis being tilted 23.4 degrees relative to the sun. This allows our Northern Hemisphere to have more light than on any other day in 2011. There are many celebrations across different cultures for the Summer Solstice and one…
Keep Reading...What is Your Big Life?
I have just spent a day and a half with 40 highly successful and sophisticated women at Spruce Mountain Ranch, my first Camp Experience event called Get Away and Get it! I once again am reminded of the value of getting away and spending rich time with like minded people. With great food, yoga, a…
Keep Reading...Top 5 Reasons to Take Yourself on a Colorado Mountain Yoga Retreat
Summer is almost here and as you schedule in your standard barbecues, weddings, vacations and special projects, is there something else you could do? Something totally new and different or maybe somewhat familiar, but you haven’t created the time and space for? I’m referring to taking yourself on a retreat. Whether you get away on your own or…
Keep Reading...Fall in Love With Yourself with 30 Days to Grace!
Happy Valentine’s Week to you! We have been inundated with the Valentine’s Day romantic traditions of chocolates, roses, and diamonds since the day after Christmas. And while I firmly believe acknowledging your beloved on any day is important, it’s even more important to remember the most important love of your life–you! In case you didn’t know…
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