There’s a slowing down that’s been moving through me steadily for the last couple of years, and it’s pulling at my life at an increasing rate. The paradox of how this is unfolding isn’t lost on me; the increased speed at which I’m being called to slow down is ironic....
How do businesses impact your life (small or large)? And why is it important to sift through the information streaming at you, through you, with discernment? I’ve worked in business for 25 years, and for the last 13 years I’ve owned my own business. Through this...
Recently I was compelled to have a difficult conversation with someone I cared about – the relationship had hit a roadblock and an important conversation needed to happen. I never like these types of conflicts, but I’ve learned – the hard way – that when I don’t have...
In 2006 I led a three-month expedition in the Yukon and Alaska. It was a truly epic trip (and I don’t use the word ‘epic’ freely). We backpacked for the first month in the mountains, and were later met with a float plane and switched gear for a month of...
Last week a woman published a video on social media mocking a bad date with a man that had ghosted her, and then she shared his name and his workplace. It went viral, and other young woman jumped in on shaming this guy. In a single day his whole life got blown up...
In an ideal human experience, we’re supposed to work on ourselves, evolve through time and grow through our challenging personality traits with compassion. Through doing self-work for nearly three decades, I’ve learned that it's a messy business. It’s neither simple...
My legs were shaking. I could feel my anxiety rising and my breath tightening. I was about to sit down with a friend to have the conversation I’d wanted to have for a while, but everything in me wanted to run away. The thoughts kept coming: “Just keep the peace”,...
I’ve held on tight most of my life, as though I’m on a rollercoaster and I must find a way to keep myself in my seat. I grip tight and take what comes at me. In some ways that may seem like a strength, but honestly, I haven’t been able to discern between when to hold...
Do you recognize these memes? Don't surround yourself with people who don't see your worth. Standing alone is better than being around people that don't value you. Don’t waste your time with people who deserve your silence. Surround...
“Don’t you find it odd, that when you’re a kid, everyone, all the world, encourages you to follow your dreams. But when you’re older, somehow they act offended if you even try”. Ethan Hawke I think we confuse ourselves when we try to fit in. Whether socially or with...