This post is inspired by Karen’s comment from 6 Reasons to Get Rid of Your To Do List. While those reasons are quite compelling, the next question-HOW do you let go of your list (without losing “it”)? First, it’s mind shift. The key is to get out of my head and into my heart. Have [...]

One of my favorite exercises that I share with Boot Camp clients is called a List of Loves. It’s as simple as it sounds–it’s a long list of things that you love. A “List of Loves” is powerful because Paying attention to things that you love feels good. It can remind you that life is [...]

Did you know that the leaves of a lemon tree make a yummy herbal tea? This weekend I went to an herbal medicine class taught by Darren Huckle. The best part about the class was Darren’s attitude. His enthusiasm about plants and the earth and taking care of our bodies is contagious. He is so [...]

Artist Dates are mini adventures that I often prescribe to clients for homework. Click here for a background on Artist Dates (from Julia Cameron’s book, The Artist Way) . What is an artist date? An artist date is sacred YOU time. It’s a precious way to feed the well and become inspired. It’s essentially an [...]

I’ve had the experience of being in the most beautiful place in the world with the most incredible person on the planet only to find myself incredibly unhappy. As I noticed how unhappy I was, I felt even worse. What is wrong with me? I live a good life, why am I not happy? One [...]

Here are two of the most common words I hear from clients: “It’s hard….” Here are some of the ways these words are said: It’s hard because no one listens to me.                                   Getting this done takes a lot of effort. I’m working at finding balance. Being a parent is hard. I have a secret. If [...]

Successful businesses have a mission and vision. Shouldn’t you? I consulted friend and colleague of mine, Azar Hafizi for her tips on how to create a vision board. Azar has been creating and using vision boards for the last 10 years and is delighted by the effects her vision work has had on her life. [...]

Want to feel good right now? Grab a piece of paper and scribble these words at the top:                                                                   I love it when I*… and for the next 5 minutes scribble down anything that comes to mind. Here’s what I just wrote: I love it when I feel healthy and strong I love it when I [...]

Several months ago I dreamed of having a personal chef. Someone who could prepare healthy Japanese meals for hubby and I. I was having a very hard time finding someone, and was frustrated by the time I spent in the kitchen because quite frankly, I don’t like to cook. The more I wanted to find [...]