The Power of a Morning Ritual

The Power of a Morning Ritual

Routines versus Rituals Do you have a morning ritual? Most people have morning routines. We are trained from birth to wash our faces, brush our teeth, and eat breakfast – you know this routine inside and out. Routine and ritual have some commonalities. Both routine...
Know What You Want? Ask For It!

Know What You Want? Ask For It!

Ask For It – Don’t Wait! Last week I wrote about not knowing what you want – and why it’s important to get clear about your needs before you ask for anything. The next most important thing I’ve learned from my personal experiences and my friends,...
Do You Know What You Want?

Do You Know What You Want?

What Do You Really Want? Last week I found myself hanging out with a group of women, some of whom I knew really well and some of whom I only met that day. Annika, someone new to the circle, was talking about celebrating her birthday last month. Her husband had asked...
The Power of Self-Reflection

The Power of Self-Reflection

Summer Harvest We’re finally at the end of summer. It’s been a really steamy season but now the weather’s changed and it’s much cooler in the mornings as well as late at night. I’m harvesting what’s left in my garden; repairing a broken window to keep out the...
Are You Taking Up Enough Space?

Are You Taking Up Enough Space?

Living Life on Autopilot I’m fascinated by how often we are on autopilot and then wake up thinking “how did I land here?” It could be something big, like taking a job in a company where the values clash with yours, or getting entangled in a relationship with someone...
Leadership and Dirty Dancing

Leadership and Dirty Dancing

Own the Room Traditionally, when women want to “make an entrance” they do it with what they wear, their hair and make-up, and who they arrive with…the result of decades of messages and ongoing brainwashing by the media about what makes a woman significant or...