Whether we’re learning about some limiting patterns or stepping into our creative expression, learning and growing feels good. It feels energizing, motivating, and enlightening. And whether we're doing this in a group, with a coach, or working on our personal development solo, one of the keys to continual growth is staying focused on the practice. It’s not about doing it perfectly or having the “right” routine every day. It’s about building essential practices that help you feel centered no matter what the day throws at you.

Your energy is monumental to how you show up in the world. When you feel full of life, you’re basically unstoppable. But when you’re dragging your feet, barely getting through the day? Well, it’s (understandably!) hard to bring your A-game.

But good news—you also don’t have to start with a complete life overhaul. Some of the smallest shifts can give you that fresh burst of energy you’re craving. And you know what? Those little changes can feel really, really good and perhaps lead you to some bigger ones that feel less daunting to tackle.

So how do we get there? It’s all about plugging some sneaky little energy leaks you’ve not noticed or perhaps have been ignoring.

Let’s jump into it:

The clock is ticking. We’ve got three months left in the year, and this is your moment to make it count. 💥. 

Before we dive headfirst into all the holiday madness (yes, I see you, pumpkin spice everything 🎃☕), I want to invite you to take a beat.

You’re busy, juggling all the things (aren’t we all?). But I’m asking you to pause—just for 10 minutes—and zoom out. Let’s take a birds-eye view of your life. Ask yourself:

Lately, when people ask how I am, my brain starts doing somersaults with everything going on. But instead of blurting out, "It’s been crazy busy!", I’m choosing a different, and more honest, response: "It’s really full."

There’s a subtle but important difference between being busy and being full. Busy? It feels overwhelming, noisy, chaotic, like life is spinning out of control and I am barely keeping up. But full? That feels like I'm choosing how I spend my time, even if it's packed. 

This morning, I dragged myself to my favorite gym class. You know, the one that usually leaves me feeling like a champion. But today…? Not so much. I was tired, and as soon as we started the endurance workout — 6 minutes per station (yeah, SIX) — I knew I was in trouble.

Who signed me up for this?! 😅 

By minute one of the fourth station, I was ready to tap out. Five whole minutes left?! YIKES 😬 Cue the mental pep talk. I remembered a little tip someone at the gym shared with me a few weeks ago: break it down.

Change your energy, change the world.

It sounds crazy.  It sounds grandiose.  But isn’t that ALL we really have control over? Our energy and where we choose to direct it. And, eventually, doesn’t everyone’s energy contribute to changing the world.

Do you ever feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Like there’s no one else who understands what you're going through?  

Or like you should be grateful with what you have but find yourself constantly thinking about what you’re striving for (and don't have)?

Or you hear such sad news, that it makes you feel stuck and heavy and almost lost in what to do?   

I get it—sometimes, the weight of the world, or the pressure to do everything ourselves can feel really overwhelming. 

But here’s the thing: you don’t have to do it all alone and in fact, you’re not meant to. 💡

We all know that feeling—"Shoot! I forgot I was gonna do X... and I really meant to!"  It’s so normal to forget that new habit or intention we set for ourselves. Even the one you might have tried to start last week (hint hint). 

Maybe you were going to start that morning walk, or you tried it once and just didn’t keep the momentum. Life happens, right?  I know my kids' robust social calendar is really trying to squash all my time away (amirite?!?!).

But the moment you remember you forgot, you’ve paused the forgetting. And even though that sentence might be confusing, the meaning is  Super Powerful.

Yesterday as we were leaving his first day of school, my 10-year-old and I bumped into the school principal who asked him how his first day of school went.  He replied, with zero hesitation, “It was great.  I’m so glad to be back in school.  I love the predictability and routine and knowing what’s expected of me.”

I’m hearing a lot of parents say the same thing - they loved the summer but are welcoming the structure and routine a school schedule provides.

So… if you’re feeling that way - take a breath.  You made it.  AND… let’s use this changing schedule to your advantage.

If you’ve got kids over 4 or 5, a little more routine is around the corner, and word on the street is that that feels good... so hang in there! 🥳

But before we talk about that… I’ve got two invitations for you.

First up: Did you get everything you wanted out of summer? 

Ever catch yourself doing something halfway, just to check it off your list? 🙋‍♀️ I’ve been there too. 

Instead of taking a guided class with great music and structure, I’d exercise while catching up on TV shows or podcasts, thinking I could multitask like a pro.

I ended up zoning in on the show, zoning out of the exercise, and barely needed a shower when I finished. 🙈

Do you say "yes" only when it feels right for you?  Or are you saying "yes" because you "should" or are on autopilot and always say "yes."

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to fall into the trap of saying yes to everything—whether it’s at work, at home, or with friends. 

We often find ourselves agreeing to things we don't truly want to do, things we feel we should do (hello, people pleasers!), things we've always done, or things we think would be "good for us" (hi, achieving perfectionists!).  

But today, I invite you to pause and reflect.

What if you only said yes when it was a full body yes? ✨

What is THIS moment truly asking of you?

Maybe you've always done things a certain way, juggling a thousand tasks, pushing through exhaustion, feeling like you need to do it all. But what if this summer is inviting you to try something different?

What if, instead of filling every moment with tasks and chores and creating the perfect "thing," you allowed yourself the freedom to slow down? To savor the sunshine, to spend more time with friends, to embrace ease and dare I say it… joy and FUN?!

Our lives move FAST and sometimes, getting away and out of our routine for a couple days, with physical movement, emotional connection, and awesome inspiration, can give you a much needed reset.  

In our divided nation, it can be challenging to connect with people whose values clash with our own.

But this week, something profound happened. We united through our shared love for someone special.

It reminded me that beneath all the noise, there’s a deeper connection that can bring us together.

Do you ever wake up feeling like you’re already behind?  

Jim Rohn famously said: “Either you run the day, or the day runs you.” 

SMART goal setting is a popular and effective way to track specific progress; while I appreciate the clarity of SMART goals, and support my clients' progress using them in many ways, there's immense value in setting broader energetic intentions first. 

 Think of it like this: Imagine dumping a 1,000 puzzle pieces on a table.  Setting intentions is like building the border first; it gives you a framework and clarity about what's going to fit in the middle. SMART goals are the pieces within that help you complete the picture.

As we embrace Spring's arrival today, I'm curious if there's a specific intention or quality you'd like to bring into focus for the next 3 months? 

To give it water, sunlight, and attention like we do for plants and flowers? 🌱 🌿 🌼

I'm all for spontaneous adventures but there's a difference between floating anchored to something sturdy and drifting away. 

Life moves fast and unless we pick up our head to see where we're headed, we might end up somewhere we never meant to go.

We've got Valentine's Day in 2 weeks but instead of just focusing on others, can you also focus on yourself?  

Self Love is far beyond the manis, massages, and glasses of wine. 

Real Self Love is slowing down to listen to your needs and meeting them. 

It's tuning into what feels like obligation and instead of just doing it, saying "no" or finding an alternative. 

It's listening to those heartfelt yearnings that keep trying to get your attention. 

It's doing something that brings you JOY.

So... if you see you're starting to get activated, triggered, frustrated, overwhelmed.. ANYTHING... I'd invite you to:
*Step 1 - Breathe
*Step 2 - Create some alone time for yourself

And then, use that time to reflect on these two empowering questions:

1. Which of my natural talents or gifts would be of highest service today and how can I use them?

2. What do I need to receive today?

That's it.  So simple.