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50 Healthy ways to get a dopamine hit
Have you ever been in a low or "blah" place and wanted something to brighten your mood? Maybe you thought of a sweet treat to indulge in or considered some retail therapy. You're not alone! As humans, it's natural to want to feel better, but we could all benefit from...
Prevent Burnout with the 3 R’s: Rest, Rejuvenate, and Recharge
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stretched too thin, you are not alone. Many people I talk with feel like they are constantly juggling responsibilities and trying to keep up. Before long, the feeling of being “on” all the time starts to wear them...
How to Stop Procrastinating (Even When You Don’t Feel Like It)
We often think procrastination happens because we’re too busy or don’t have enough time. But, more often than not, it’s about how we feel not how full our schedule is. We beat ourselves up and wonder, "How can I stop procrastinating?" Think about it. How many times...
The Surprising Benefit of Hearing “No” (and Why You Should Go for It)
Have you ever stopped yourself from pursuing something you really wanted—simply because you were afraid to fail? That hesitation, that quiet voice saying “What if it doesn’t work out?”—it’s something we all face. But what if failure isn’t the problem at all?...
Saying no is an important part of self care
Have you ever said yes to someone when you really wanted to say no? This is super common and often leads to pleasing others only to be left unhappy and resentful. Saying no is an important part of self care. I remember years ago when a coworker invited me to her...
Do You “Should” on Yourself?
Do you tend to be hard on yourself? Do you compare yourself to others? Is the word “should” common in your vocabulary? Do you say things like, "I should be different," "I should be further along," or "I should have done things differently?" You are not alone....
Understanding the Difference Between Life Coaching and Peer Mentoring
Introduction Life is a journey filled with ups and downs, challenges, and opportunities. Along this path, we often seek guidance and support from others to help us navigate the twists and turns. Two popular forms of support are Life Coaching and Peer Mentoring, but...
What You Focus on Matters – Improving Your Thought Life
Introduction Life can be a bit like a rollercoaster, with its ups and downs, successes and setbacks. As a life coach, I've had the privilege of helping many individuals navigate the twists and turns of their life’s path. One theme I've observed is that rather than...
5 Ways to Become Unstuck
Have you noticed lately that you’ve been wanting to change an area of your life but you haven’t been able to muster the motivation to move forward? Perhaps you have been thinking about what could be different or better in your life. But then you let indecision and...
How to Get Out of a Rut
Do you find yourself stuck in a rut and not living life to the fullest? Perhaps you find daily activities less interesting, and you can’t summon up the excitement for your job that you used to have. Maybe you’re stuck in a state of perpetual stagnancy. It’s not...