The amazing entrepreneur, podcast queen, and super-star self-development personality, Marie Forleo just came out with the terrific new book, Everything is Figure-outable. Back in the fall of 2019, she broke down the steps on getting your compass straight with Chase Jarvis on his podcast show: Ask yourself: “When I think about doing this project or saying … Continue reading Yes or No? The Surprising No-Fail Decision Metric from Marie Forleo
Am I a Storyteller?
It was in Grade Two when I first had the audacity to create an after-school writing club with a handful of friends. Audacious, because my teacher believed that although I showed hints of “potential,” my story craft was evidently pretty weak. Every week or so after the final bell rang, my little crew and I … Continue reading Am I a Storyteller?
Ep. 89: Creating Calm in the Covid-19 Chaos (with Stefanie Szewczyk)
How do we create a sense of calm in this Covid-19 Crisis? Listen as Stefanie Szewczyk takes us through some practical ways to work from home. #covid19
Ep. 88: Girl in the Garage (With Sharon Hughes)
Sharon and I discuss how to overcome perfectionism, how to set realistic goals, how to overcome the tough stuff in your life, and how to support those going through difficult challenges. Hope you enjoy! What you believe about yourself dictates everything about your life; your success level, your perceived failures, and your quality of life. … Continue reading Ep. 88: Girl in the Garage (With Sharon Hughes)
Listen ~ Silent
Listening starts with silencing yourself, quieting the desire to respond, and truly leaning-in with the intention of developing a deeper understanding. It turns out WORDS and SWORD also share the same letters. Think on that for a minute. #smallactbigimpact #kindsight101 #beimpeccablewithyourword #wordsmatter #silent #listen #empathy #kindness #understanding
Ep. 87: Creative on Purpose (With Scott Perry)
Scott Perry is the ceo of Creative on Purpose, which helps people like you see and step into possibility in endeavors that make a difference. I met him as a coach on Seth Godin’s Akimbo workshops and was struck by his generosity, work ethic, and ability to connect authentically. Scott believes that making things better … Continue reading Ep. 87: Creative on Purpose (With Scott Perry)
Ep. 86: Parenting GPS (With Dr. Rick Capaldi)
Check out my most recent episode with Dr. Rick Capaldi.
Ep. 85: Love is Medicine (With Monique Gray Smith)
Monique Gray Smith is a mixed heritage woman of Cree, Lakota and Scottish ancestry and a proud Mom of fifteen year old twins. She is an award-winning, best-selling author and sought after consultant. Some of her books include: Tilly: A Story of Hope and Resilience, Speaking our Truth: A Journey of Reconciliation, You Hold Me … Continue reading Ep. 85: Love is Medicine (With Monique Gray Smith)
Ep. 82/83 The Power of Visuals, Child Honouring, and the Gratitude Jar (With Kristin Wiens)
Have you ever wondered which small shifts in your classroom practice could make the most impact? In Part One of my interview with Inclusion Coach, Kristin Wiens, we discuss the transformative and creative use of visuals in the classroom including specific tips and tricks for amping up your effectiveness in the classroom. We talk … Continue reading Ep. 82/83 The Power of Visuals, Child Honouring, and the Gratitude Jar (With Kristin Wiens)
Advice for My Children
Dear Child, You are perfect just as you are. Remember that it’s never too late to unbecome who the world thought you were supposed to be. There are times when you might forget your own worth. You might twist yourself in a pretzel to make someone else happy, but make yourself miserable. Just be yourself. … Continue reading Advice for My Children