October 2, 2013
Do you believe in unconditional love? There seems to be a widespread acceptance that love in our relationships will inevitably become “I need to say and do ______ to meet someone’s expectations, not irritate, sadden, hurt, disappoint, or anger someone”. And vice versa…“you should be, need to be, must be ______ or I won’t be […]
Read MoreSeptember 6, 2013
When you put time and energy into someone whether it’s in the form of positive intentions, gift giving, staying in touch or doing anything for someone you care about or want to please, but what you receive back isn’t what you expected, and avoiding disappointment seems challenging? In our lives we create our experiences based on […]
Read MoreJuly 14, 2013
Before I talk about self-managing your ego, a quick update… I’ve been on summer vacation with my kids enjoying life at the cottage, and trying to squeeze in time to read, write, coach, and connect with you all! Here’s to beautiful moments, and all the wonderful memories you’re creating this summer : ) I […]
Read MoreMay 7, 2013
I’d managed to avoid conflict most of my life until I started trusting my own inner voice. Turns out being with conflict is inevitable if we want to be true to ourselves. How can we best manage it constructively in a way that helps us grow? A close friend shared with me recently: “As a […]
Read MoreApril 3, 2013
I often wondered about the nature of love. We can love our friends, children, parents, and of course our intimate partner. Can you really say I love this child more than that child? This friend more than that one? What are we comparing exactly when each individual is unique? Spirituality & Love are not a […]
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March 4, 2013
A Story of Betrayal – Becoming Judgment-free We see the world, not as it is, but as we are—or, as we are conditioned to see it. ~Anais Nin I was conditioned to see the world as a place where people cared and were judgement-free. Being well-educated to have the financial independence to raise a family […]
Read MoreFebruary 8, 2013
In our lives we will be facing disappointment. Something happens that doesn’t meet our expectations. Last week I faced one of those times as I sat with close friends in nervous anticipation of being aired on National TV for the first time on the OWN network..and then it happened. I wasn’t there. What happened? I […]
Read MoreJanuary 22, 2013
Last week 17 friends joined me to watch Oprah’s life class discussing what many busy women juggling career, home and family are very familiar with: GUILT!!! It was a cozy, fun, connecting time, and I felt tremendously blessed to share the ‘Oprah ahas’ with such wonderful gal pals so they could experience their own : […]
Read MoreDecember 21, 2012
Are you looking forward to spending time with your friends and family over the holidays? And, deepening your connections? Can you share what’s really going on in your life or is it mostly surface talk? Last week I celebrated one of my favourite times of the year – our annual Xmas tea with […]
Read MoreOctober 7, 2012
Appreciation and being in gratitude. It’s so powerful. Why? It can instantly shift your energy to a higher state of being when you practice putting your attention on what you feel thankful for. It’s an instant “pick me up” that gets you into the present moment. It does not just mean thinking mentally of the […]
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