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Ever wake up dreading something that’s actually one of your favorite things? Sounds completely bonkers, right? But that’s exactly what happens to me on podcast recording days. Don’t get me wrong—I absolutely LOVE podcasting. But there’s just something about the thought of sitting down in front of my laptop, dealing with the tedious preparation, and […]

Ever feel like your brain needs its own vitamin aisle? You know those moments when hitting snooze feels easier than opening your eyes and motivation seems to have taken a brief and unscheduled vacation? Yep, me too. If you’ve ever found yourself saying “I can’t” and wondering why it leaves an unpleasant aftertaste, you’re not […]

Have you ever found yourself in the comparison trap? I’d be surprised if you haven’t. Comparison traps are everywhere—from hearing about someone’s incredible vacation to seeing your friends’ curated lives on social media, the chances for feeling “less than” or envious are ever-present. Research tells us that while comparisons might temporarily motivate us, habitual comparers […]

Recently, I had a visit from a patient who regularly comes in for anxiety treatment. She’s a waitress and has aspirations of becoming a manager at the restaurant where she works. During her acupuncture session, I asked how she was doing. 💥 “I’m extremely stressed out. My anxiety is really high,” she replied. When I […]

If I’m not having fun, I’m not doing it! That’s more than just my favorite phrase—it’s my entire life philosophy in action. Life is too short not to fill your days with joy, passion, and purpose, and for me, nothing embodies that better than stepping onto the stage and connecting deeply with an audience. One […]

When was the last time you had fun? That might sound like a light-hearted question, but I take my fun seriously! I remember asking my ex-husband this question, and he couldn’t answer me. I started to ask my friends and colleagues, and they’d usually answer with “Oh, maybe during my last vacation,” or “At a […]

You know that I’m a fan of words. I’m an even bigger fan of choosing words. Not in the finger-wagging way but in the inspiring-your-mindset way. Today I saw an article that said grouchy bosses are on the rise. Yuck. I can’t think of a less inspiring thought than these two words together: grouchy + […]

You’re often called on to be a leader in real time, and it doesn’t always involve a title. It’s about how you pour into yourself so you have the reserves to invest in others. Whether you’re leading a company or a team, or just trying to make sure your family gets to soccer practice on […]

The holidays are here—you are overflowing with to-do lists, traditions, and the endless stream of calories you’ll probably regret (but not really). Amidst the frenzy, you dream of time to yourself but rarely make it happen. Here’s the kicker: Americans average over five hours of free time a day. Yet, much of this time is […]

When you think of learning, does a classroom come to mind? What about the experiential kind of learning? The often brief moments that happen without any formality, tuition, or a walk to school. If you want to make the most out of life as it unfolds every day, what mindset do you need to adopt […]