If I Were 50 Again: What I’d Do With the Wisdom I Have Now
There was a time when I thought regret meant I had done something wrong. That it was proof I had missed the moment, made the wrong choice, or somehow fallen behind the life I thought I was supposed to be living. Now I see it differently. Regret isn’t a verdict. It’s data. And when you […]
The Biology of Frustration
What it is, how it shows up, what it can teach us—and how to work with it instead of against it Frustration is one of those emotions we treat like a nuisance. As soon as frustration hits, our instincts seek ways to get rid of it. We interpret it to mean we’re failing, falling behind, […]
I Talk to Myself (And It’s Working)
I talk to myself. Out loud sometimes. Often internally. And no, this is not a cry for help; it’s an actual strategy. For years, we’ve been told that “self-talk” is either a motivational trick or something vaguely embarrassing that people do when they forget their AirPods are in. But the truth is far more interesting […]
The Courage to Face Yourself Means Honestly Confronting Your Inner Self
The courage to face yourself means honestly confronting your inner self—flaws, past wounds, fears, and strengths—without denial, allowing for true healing, growth, and self-acceptance, often through vulnerability, self-reflection, and taking courageous steps like seeking therapy or setting boundaries, ultimately leading to living more authentically and powerfully. It’s about acknowledging uncomfortable truths to break negative cycles […]
Stop Focusing on Results. Focus on Your Habits.
“Your brain doesn’t wire itself around what you want — it wires itself around what you do. Neuroplasticity rewards repetition, not intention.” — Dr. Dominic Ng, Neuroscientist That quote stopped me cold the first time I read it. Because it explains so cleanly, clinically, and without any motivational fluff why so many smart, capable, deeply […]
Why Motivation Keeps Letting You Down (And What Actually Creates Momentum
Let me guess. You’ve set goals before. You’ve made plans. You’ve had very sincere moments where you thought, “This time is different.” And then… life happened. The energy faded. The clarity blurred. And whatever you were so excited about quietly slid to the bottom of the list — again. If you’re blaming yourself for that, […]
Willpower is Not The Answer to Stuck
There’s a particular kind of exhaustion that doesn’t come from doing nothing. It comes from doing everything and still feeling slightly off-course. This isn’t about being lazy, or unmotivated, or lacking goals. These are responsible women, thoughtful, and high-functioning. They’ve learned how to keep things moving even when they’re tired. But that’s exactly the problem. […]
To Raise Your Vibe, There Has To Be An Energetic Shift
To raise your vibe, there has to be an energetic shift, and even as I say this (or write it), it leaves you with a huge question, doesn’t it? It does for me! How? How on earth does one “shift”? Do you remember learning to drive a stick? The scariness of it all, the many […]
How to Stop Abandoning the Things You Swear You Want to Finish
How to Stop Abandoning the Things You Swear You Want to Finish(And Why You Keep Doing It Anyway)There’s a special kind of heartbreak in being a woman who starts beautifully. Oh, we can start anything: The course. The journal. The eating plan. The walking challenge. The decluttering project. The “this year will be different” promise […]