Don't you just LOVE a good, empowering Maya Angelou quote? I think most of us know who Maya Angelou is but just in case you need a refresher: Maya Angelou (April 4, 1928 – May 28, 2014) was a celebrated author, influential poet, dancer, actress, singer, and activist. Maya received over 50 honorary degrees and is celebrated for her series of 7 autobiographies, which focus on her childhood and ... Read More about 10 of My Favorite Maya Angelou Quotes
Time-Blocking Worry Time
Do you find yourself worried all the time? These past 18 months have been a really difficult time in all our lives. Whew... We all know it. And we’re still living it. Anxiety has increased significantly. Our world feels unsteady and unreliable. We are unsure about our futures, and we’re all feeling the stress from this. I wanted to give you a little tip that has really helped me ... Read More about Time-Blocking Worry Time
Toxic Positivity
Hmmm, what exactly IS toxic positivity and why aren’t we talking about this more? One of my dear clients mentioned this the other day in our session, and it gave me pause. The definition of toxic positivity is simply always being positive and delivering sickening sweet answers to people that are struggling. You know what I mean: the co-worker that says “oh it could always be worse!” with ... Read More about Toxic Positivity
How to Spot Toxic People In Your Life
Do you know how to spot toxic people in your life? Do you ever wonder why you seem to surrounded by assholes? Like you look up and you think to yourself, how did I end up with this shit AGAIN? I know I do. I have to check in with myself occasionally as I have an innate high tolerance for bullshit (thanks bio fam) so I used to unknowingly let these toxic people in before I realized I could ... Read More about How to Spot Toxic People In Your Life
This Pandemic Fatigue is Real
Pandemic fatigue is real. Amiright? This past year has been a doozy. Like a real kick in the balls (or vagina if you will). Who would’ve thought that this would’ve ever happened?? Yet here we are, a year out from the first hint of shut-downs and shelter-at-home orders. I don’t know about you but I’m TIRED AF. I think this whole pandemic fatigue thing is going to be a real ... Read More about This Pandemic Fatigue is Real
5 Signs You Might Be A People Pleaser (and what to do about it!)
I think most of us women struggle with this at some point in our lives. {There are men that struggle with this too but since we only work with women, we’re talking to you!} We’ve been taught our whole childhood that we have to be “good girls” or “nice.” How many times did we hear this growing up, and STILL hear it now?? Ugh! Having this message as part of our emotional landscape will ... Read More about 5 Signs You Might Be A People Pleaser (and what to do about it!)
This is What a Feminist Looks Like
I know, I know. The word “feminist” seems to really evoke some strong reactions in people, in all genders. I’ve had these strong reactions directed towards me my whole life. Which is why I wanted to write this post about what a feminist really is because I think there’s a lot of assumptions and wrong information out there floating around. So, who are we? We are all ... Read More about This is What a Feminist Looks Like
A Beginner’s Guide to Increasing Girls Self Esteem
Do you remember when you were a little girl? Pigtails or messy hair flying around, dirty ripped knees, muddy hands and shoes, playing with abandon with zero fucks given? Or do you have a little girl in your life that is like this? (In case you don’t remember yo-self being this free.) We are all born with confidence and high self-esteem and a shit ton of bravery. But it all comes to a ... Read More about A Beginner’s Guide to Increasing Girls Self Esteem
How to Get Over Anxiety and Fear: Make it Opposite Day!
It's Opposite Day! Remember the days in elementary school when we had themes for things like pajama day or opposite day? How excited we were to actually do something different to break the monotony of our normal day to day routine? I remember my son being so excited on these days (I can’t remember my own experiences cuz I’m too damn old, LOL) but the simplest fun tweak to his school ... Read More about How to Get Over Anxiety and Fear: Make it Opposite Day!
How to Deal with Anxiety: Girl, Put That Crystal Ball Away!
I know who you are. You. Yes, you! You’re the one who is always predicting what could happen, what might happen, what should happen and then spiraling down the rabbit hole worrying about all the freaking possibilities of each tiny possible outcome (even if it’s virtually impossible for it to come true). I see you girl. And believe it or not, this kind of “crystal ball” thinking is ... Read More about How to Deal with Anxiety: Girl, Put That Crystal Ball Away!
