How to earn your sleep

How to earn your sleep

You know those nights when you slip into bed and the sheets feel soooo good? Your body is tired, your mind is calm, and you’re perfectly set up for a great night of Zzzs. It’s the best!And then there are those nights you go to bed and just can’t get comfortable. Your...
Carrot vs. stick

Carrot vs. stick

Quick question for you today…Which motivates you more: Running toward something you want (a “carrot”)ORRunning away from something you want to escape (a “stick”)?There is no wrong answer! But it’s worth thinking about, because most of us choose the “carrot” approach...
Your Power List

Your Power List

When I was growing up, every morning a new index card popped up on the kitchen counter. It was my Mom’s list of things to do (on top of going to work).  It was her “power list” because it helped her power through her busy days. I never really gave her list much...
The myth about “having it all”

The myth about “having it all”

The thing about “finding balance”? It’s not a one-and-done task. It shifts depending on your goals and the season you’re in. When you’re working towards a promotion, starting a family, training for a marathon, or going back to school, your focus WILL shift.  And...
By now, most people have already quit

By now, most people have already quit

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but if you’re struggling with your New Year’s goals right now… DO NOT GIVE UP! Why? Because you deserve better than that. In fact, did you know that the second Friday in January has become known as “Quitter’s Day”? Yup, it’s true…...
3 lists to make…

3 lists to make…

Happy New Year! A lot of us nowadays are doing something that doesn’t do us (or the world!) any favors: We play small. By that I mean, we hold ourselves back — and don’t go after the things we really want. In other words, we settle. When we do this, not only are we...