When I decide to take on something new—a big project, a new job, homeschooling, starting a business—I am all-in. I do the research, make the plan, and practically buzz with that excited, slightly nervous energy that makes the beginning feel so good. For the first few weeks, I’m on track and I feel capable. I […]
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I’ve always been a cliff jumper. From the time I was little, I loved climbing up to the highest point I could find and launching myself into the water below. You can ask my mom, my friends, my neighbors — it’s just something that has always brought me joy. To some people, that sounds reckless. […]
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If listening to others is a skill, listening to myself has been a lifelong lesson. For most of my life, I’ve been a quick decision-maker. I know when something feels right. I know when it doesn’t. My intuition speaks fast and clear — but that doesn’t mean I always listen. Sometimes I override it with […]
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I didn’t realize how rarely I had been truly listened to until I met someone who did it with intention. When I first started working with Roxanne almost ten years ago, I remember feeling almost startled by the way she listened. It wasn’t passive. It wasn’t polite. It was present. The kind of listening that […]
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Turning Busy Thoughts Into Light This week has been all about settling back into our routine. We were on a little vacation, and as lovely as that was, there’s something comforting about returning to the familiar rhythm of home. I’m also meeting with my first podcast guest this week, which feels both exciting and a […]
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How to Get Started (Even When You Want Everything Perfect) If you’ve ever wondered how to get started on something new when you don’t feel ready, you’re not alone. For years, I believed everything needed to be perfectly planned before I could begin. Vacations, projects, even creative ideas — I wanted every detail mapped out. […]
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In today’s fast-paced world, the concept of being “aligned” has become a crucial part of both personal and professional growth. What does it mean to make aligned decisions? What do we want to align with? Understanding Aligned Decisions Aligned decisions are not just about making choices that feel good in the moment; they are about […]
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Have you ever tried to force a change or had change forced upon you? Has that approach worked? I’ve learned forcing change rarely lasts. In Switch by Chip and Dan Heath, the authors use a powerful metaphor: the rider and the elephant. The rider represents our logical brain, while the elephant represents our emotions. The […]
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A big change can feel daunting but getting over that first step can be incredibly empowering. I’ve experienced this so many times, and yet each time I’m reminded after that first step is taken. For nearly a decade, my husband and I have put off a significant home renovation project. Our sunroom has been leaking […]
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Embracing the New Year As the calendar turns to 2026, the way in which I embrace the energy and possibilities that come with it has evolved over the years. I’ve discovered the value in reflection and intentional living, a practice that has transformed my perspective on resolutions. In my early 20’s, my husband and I […]
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