When Success Feels Heavy

You’re the woman who gets things done. People look to you for answers, solutions, and leadership. You’re proud of what you’ve accomplished—and you should be. But there’s this weight you carry that no one seems to notice.

It’s the weight...

How many times a day do you feel like you have to hold it all together? 

At work, you’re the leader who solves everyone’s problems. At home, you’re the glue that keeps everything running. You succeed in all the ways the world says you’re supposed to—and yet,...

Today, I voted.

I voted for Kamala Harris.

As a leadership coach, I stand behind her values-driven and courageous approach to leadership. I believe our democracy has a better chance of flourishing in her hands.

As a woman, I voted for the right to decide what happens...

uncertentyWhen you feel uncertain, don't know what decision to make and things feel stressful, PAUSE.

I'm always supporting my clients through moments of uncertainty. I wanted to share some strategies with you so you can feel more even-keeled and less exhausted by life's push and pull.

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At the beginning of your life, you were given a human to take care of for the rest of your life.

That human is you.

Watch this brilliant 40 second video to get clear about your most important job.

I've been watching it on repeat due to the music, the speaker's conviction and...

Change, growth, laughter and a great outfit are best enjoyed in community.

That's why next month, I'm hosting a FREE event with my favorite store Anthropologie, their incredible stylist, Lisa Scott, and Key4Women.

I want to bring women together using life-changing, fun...

You know you're a trailblazer, right?

Are you clear that people look up to you?

Do you know that your willingness to make your dreams a reality makes the people around you want more for themselves?

I don't say any of this to create pressure. I'm here to remind you that...

Last week, I danced with friends, in the middle of the street, at a night market and it was GLORIOUS.

I wasn't expecting to dance and spontaneity really lifts my spirits.

It was Mum's Night Out at my son's school and we were meeting for dinner.

It was a beautiful...

Being full of YOURself is important. Here's why.

a) It gives you the freedom to own your WHOLE story. It's no longer relevant to be demure and polite about your talents and strengths. What's awesome about shying away from your greatness? Nothing. Neither does it serve you to deny the stuff...

If you start a sentence with, "I know this sounds silly but....," here's a reminder that what you're thinking and feeling isn't silly.

You're not silly.

You're human.

If you're anything like me and my clients, perfectionism can make you discredit your emotions and...

I'm writing to you from the lake house.

It's that dreamy (for me + maybe you, too) September day when the sunshine is out, there's a cool breeze in the air, and the lake looks an inviting blue.

As I walked along the beach and Austin rode his bike, I was surprised to see the Metropark...

At the beginning of August, I took some time to reflect on the first half of the year. This Louisa May Alcott quote came to mind:

I am not afraid of storms for I am learning how to sail my ship.

January through June have been about learning how to sail my business ship with the...