20 Ways to Be, Feel, and See Your Truest Self

The phrase “taking up space” has been a big topic of conversation in my coaching practice. In sessions, I often ask clients to consider questions like: "What part of you do you want to be seen today?" or "Is there a part of you that needs to be heard today?" Sometimes, I ask, "How can you let yourself know that you belong anywhere you are?"

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The Practice of Parenting: Mindfulness as a Way to Authentically Connect

Let go of your idea of what a good or bad parent looks like. Let go of who you want your child to be, or who you want to be as a parent. Let go of the worry, the stress, the shoulds, or should nots and for this moment just stop. Keep reading for a meditation on The Practice of Parenting.

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Using Love Languages to Connect with Your Teen

When asked, “How do you show your child or teen you love them?” parents say things like giving them hugs, making them breakfast, and using the words “I love you”. There isn’t a right or wrong answer. However,  an even more important question to ask is: How do you speak your child or teen ’s love language?  Keep reading to get easy-to-apply ideas!

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