It seems like in recent years idealizing working from home has become the new American Dream. I certainly understand the allure. I’ve been working from home since 2003. And I think I have heard every iteration of why it must be so nice for me. The assumption is that I...
Do you feel as if you’ve lost your zest for life, darling? Have you begun to lose interest in things you used to be passionate about? Is it hard to motivate yourself to just get things done? And does it feel as if everything in your realm of responsibilities feels...
I had two clients break down into tears this last month over how overwhelmed they’re feeling. Mile long to do lists that seem never ending. Too many responsibilities with no ability to delegate or even defer much. Feeling on the edge of not just burnout, but a...
If there’s one thing I have learned, it’s this: when you love your life, it will love you right back. While I say with a light heart (and a bit tongue in cheek) I also know it to be true. The key to making it work for you lies in the power of your mind....
I have to say, I’m really proud of you. You have a lot on your plate right now and you’re keeping your head above water. But that ragged way you’re feeling right now? Waking in all hours of the night in a panic? Feeling like you’re on the verge of tears? Dull,...
Back in my road-warrior princess days, I allowed myself to work ten (or more) hours a day. I regularly went to bed around midnight and my alarm went off at 5 AM. Months of living at that pace, I often felt overwhelmed and fuzzy-headed. After hanging up my suits for...
As we end the year, having mixed emotions is almost a universal experience. We feel joy for all that has been accomplished and the experiences we’ve had. Yet sometimes our minds drift into thoughts about what wasn’t, what may not have happened yet, and small moments...