Tag: reflection
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A Solstice Reflection (and a Few Favorite Things) ❄️✨
The Winter Solstice arrived quietly this week; the shortest day, the longest night. A gentle reminder from nature that rest is not only allowed, it’s necessary. 🌙 From here, the light begins its slow return. No rushing. No forcing. Just a steady, patient shift. Maybe that’s why I’ve been feeling a little lighter lately… a…
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Are You Doing Life… or Experiencing It? 🍂✨
This week, a simple conversation sparked a powerful reflection; one I haven’t been able to shake. Pause and think about the difference between doing things and experiencing things. The difference is everything when it comes to living intentionally. Many of us, myself included, at times, move through life checking boxes: We do things. We stay…
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⚡ Energized by Coaching, Aligned with My North Star
There are certain moments in life when you know, without a doubt, that you’re walking the path you’re meant to be on. For me, that’s coaching. Every conversation, every breakthrough, every shift I get to witness in someone’s life energizes me on a level that is hard to describe. It’s not just work — it’s…
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💌 “To All My Daughters” — Reflections on Unconditional Love Inspired by Maya Angelou
In her remarkable book Letter to My Daughter, Maya Angelou reminds us that love transcends biology, borders, and expectations. Although she had only one son, she wrote to the collective “daughters” of the world—those in search of guidance, strength, and affirmation. That sentiment resonates deeply with me. As a values-based, intentional life coach and yoga…
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🌱 The Near Enemy of Connection: Control
Have you ever found yourself trying to create closeness with someone—only to realize later that what you were doing was more about managing or fixing them, not truly connecting? This is the heart of what Brené Brown refers to as a “near enemy.” These are emotions or actions that appear similar to virtues we value,…
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🌿 Intentional Pauses in Growth: Making Space for Reflection 🌿
Recently, I found myself deep in conversation with a few different people—each of us navigating our own pace in this whirlwind we call life—when a simple but powerful question came up: “When was the last time you were bored?” At first, we laughed. But then, silence. In today’s world, being “bored” feels like a luxury,…
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Embracing Renewal: Aligning with the Energy of the Spring Equinox
As the Spring Equinox arrives, we are reminded of the beautiful balance between light and dark, rest and action, reflection and growth. This moment in the year is a natural invitation to reset, realign, and step forward with fresh energy—just as nature awakens, so too can we. A Time for Reflection and New Beginnings Spring…
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A Gift or a Testament to Dedication?
The other evening, my cherished puppy Quila was lying peacefully in front of the Christmas tree. She wasn’t asleep—just quietly relaxing while keeping a loving eye on me. As the time for her evening treat approached, I turned to her. She lifted her head, made direct eye contact, and smiled in the way only a…
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Year-End Reflection: A Practice of Intentional Growth
Inspired by John Maxwell’s wisdom, I’ve made it an annual tradition to dedicate time during the last week of the year to reflect on the past 12 months. This hour-long session allows me to pause, celebrate, and realign with my values and goals. I begin by pulling out my calendar and reviewing the year month…
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