You like to get things done, solve problems, and cross things off your to-do list. At work, this is great. You get praise for your organization, decisiveness, and ability to accomplish tasks. But when you apply these same skills at home, you get frustrated because the work is never done, the kids are never content, … Read more…
Keeping busy with a long to-do list is normal for Moms today but December can push our holiday cheer into chaos and crazy. Even if our schedule isn’t filled, our brains are busy with voices shouting, “I should be doing more, I should be better, there’s something I’m missing,” or we put it onto others … Read more…
Whether it’s the divorce, the strained relationships, the passive aggressive agendas or the drunken political commentaries, holiday gatherings can bring out the worse in us. Here are the top 5 reasons why you dread this time of year and how to make it better. 1. You believe you HAVE TO participate. Believing you HAVE TO, … Read more…
My kiddo: “Mom, will you play a game with us?” Me: “No thanks, honey, I’m enjoying reading my book.” My kiddo: “What are you reading?” Me: “Oh, it’s this great book on the importance of play by Dr. Stuart Brown, I just love it. It’s all about how Play shapes the brain, opens the imagination, … Read more…
My house was bustling with excitement. I’m getting ready for my first, big product launch and planning a fun, life coaching group for Moms. We are enjoying our out of town guests and planning our end of summer party.So much fun stuff happening…… and then, disaster hit.I went to bed and the kitchen, family room, … Read more…
Can you feel the enthusiasm? New lunchboxes, new pencils, new classrooms and the back to school excitement is here. But a look at the statistics for today’s kids tells us this optimism will turn to stress by October. How do you keep the relaxed and joyful days of summer, even after the school year begins? … Read more…
How’s your summer going? Warm weather, lazy days, and popsicles? Or is it more like, “It’s my turn!” “Give it back!” “Let me have it!” “STOP IT!” “MOOOOMMMM!” With kids and parents spending more time together, sibling fights can be another hallmark of summer. The petty arguments over nothing important can drive parents bonkers. … Read more…
Sometimes life sucks. People are mean, Teachers make dumb mistakes, Bosses are blind, and our family pushes our buttons. When you or your kids are feeling down in the dumps, it’s important to give yourself permission to feel it. Take a break from blaming & complaining and LABEL THE FEELING: mad, sad, embarrassed, frustrated, disappointed, … Read more…
Somehow we Moms have bought into the idea that because we have the opportunity to “do it all”, we should not only “do everything” but do everything well and at the same time! There is an expectation, perpetuated by the media, but also by ourselves, to contribute to the family finances, keep a tidy … Read more…
5 Questions every morning to give you clarity and intention.
5 Questions every evening to give you satisfaction and gratitude.
This is the best way to get you in the driver’s seat of your life.