mindset

The G.I. Joe Fallacy

The G.I. Joe Fallacy

Didn't think we'd be talking about action figures together, did ya?

As a child of the 80's with a younger brother, I not only played my fair share of G.I. Joe, we watched a decent amount of the cartoon, too. And every episode, there was a lesson for the kids along with the show's tagline: "Now you know...and knowing is half the battle."…

My Favorite Thoughts

My Favorite Thoughts

You know that voice in your mind, that constant chatter, that ticker-tape of ideas and judgments and opinions that goes on all day every day?

Most of us are so used to that voice because well, it's always been there. We haven't questioned it. We haven't challenged the stories it tells us. We sometimes don't even really pay attention because well, we know it's not going anywhere…

Thought Webs

Thought Webs

You ready to *choose your own adventure*? That's what we're talking about today with a brand-new concept: Thought Webs.

A lot of my clients and students are familiar with the model. They totally understand how our thoughts create our feelings which drive our actions which ultimately net us the results we get in our lives. They appreciate how all of this works together...

Judgment

Judgment

Do you ever struggle with judgment?

This is one of the most common things I hear from clients, friends, (ahem) myself...

  • I know I shouldn't say this, but did you SEE what she did?!

  • Ugh, I can't believe it's almost spring break and I'm going to have to put on a swimsuit...LOOK at my thighs.

  • They have absolutely no idea what they're doing…

Debunking "Self-Care"

Debunking "Self-Care"

"Self-care" is one of those terms that gets tossed around when a well-meaning someone encourages you to take a break, relax, and make some time for yourself. "Take a bubble bath! How about a mani-pedi? Go get a massage..." <-- They lovingly say…

Transforming Anxiety: Year 1

Transforming Anxiety: Year 1

What’s that? It’s ONE YEAR of The Transforming Anxiety Podcast!

I sorta kinda can't believe it. But I'm also SUPER excited about it! That's a whole year of research, writing, and making heart-filled podcast episodes for you, all with the goal of helping you to completely transform your experience of anxiety…

Minimalism for Anxiety

Minimalism for Anxiety

Minimalism has become quite the buzzword lately; it’s everywhere from books to podcasts to Netflix shows. I’ve been thinking a lot about minimalism lately. And I got curious as to how this concept applies to the space in our minds, as well as the physical spaces in our homes, offices, and cars…