Vibrant Humans

Does everything in your life feel urgent? If you find yourself saying “things will slow down after X is over” a lot of the time, but then when you stop to think about it, you realize that somehow your calendar stays perpetually full… and you are curious as to why this keeps happening, and if there is anything to really be done about this cycle, this episode is for you! ***Let's Stay Connected!...

Happy Valentine's Day, dear listeners! Do you often find yourself believing that achieving a particular goal will bring you happiness? Do you catch yourself thinking, "I'll be happier when..." or "I'll be more relaxed after I finish this project, or when my kids' soccer season is over, etc..."? If you're aiming to lose a specific amount of weight, have you c...

Most of us are uncomfortable with our emotions. We see them as being soft, fluffy, or scary and overwhelming. We worry we will be sucked in to them and not be able to get things done. We don’t want to feel like they are running our lives and they can definitely be intense. Today I talk about what emotions really are and what they’re not, how they can help us understand ourselves and others better,...

When you’re so busy you barely have time to brush your teeth, it’s easy to overlook or brush off physical symptoms, or changes in your mood, relationships, behaviors and habits. Today I discuss WHY we need to actually pay attention to these symptoms, and use them as clues to how we are really doing, how taxed our system is, and why it matters. We are so used to putting ourselves last on the list....

Being busy is kind of like a badge of honor in our culture. Being chronically overwhelmed, rushing from one thing to the next, and having no time to slow down or care for ourselves is the norm for so many working moms. I've been there. Today, I unravel the reasons behind why we so often tie our worth to productivity and achievements, and explore the detrimental impact this has on our overall healt...

You are not your anxiety!!!! Explore the intricacies of overthinking and its impact on mental health in this insightful podcast episode. Delve into distinguishing between helpful planning and detrimental overthinking, guided by a basic understanding of the nervous system. Learn how to shift from spiraling thoughts to purposeful problem-solving through practical strategies. Uncover prevalent types...

Today's episode is based on the research of Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, an internal medicine physician raising children. She found herself feeling continuously exhausted, even after prioritizing sleep and making sure she was getting more than the recommended amount every night. She researched rest and its various forms and our human needs and published some amazing guidelines and tips regarding...

Welcome to a new year and a new season of Vibrant Humans! Today, we're delving into the often elusive concept of rest. As working moms, we often find ourselves caught in the productivity trap, associating our self-worth with how much we accomplish in a day. Join me as we unravel the challenges we face in embracing intentional rest and explore five reasons why finding that crucial downtime can...

Wrapping up our series on the power of questions inspired by “The Book of Beautiful Questions” — today I dive into exploring how leaders in all sectors can hone the art of being willing to ask more and better questions of the people they lead to create more desirable results and the likelihood of reaching common goals. This knowledge can be applied to anyone whether you are a parent leading your k...

Today I talk all about how asking well-crafted questions can deepen your relationships with others, including your spouse, kids, family, friends, and coworkers. In today's disconnected world, the practice of asking good questions (and intentionally listening to understand/appreciate the other's experience and perspective) is increasingly rare but has been consistently linked to an increased sense...

Don't skip this episode if you think you're "not creative." This episode — - will expand our definition of what it means to be creative. - share the story of how the musical Hamilton was created/inspired - dispel common myths about generating creative ideas - explore meaningful ways to help you curate your knowledge and life experiences into useful solutions/insights for others Question List: To h...

Embrace tranquility in the midst of chaos with this special Thanksgiving meditation. Amidst a world grappling with challenges, join me for a brief, powerful guided meditation on gratitude. Explore the transformative energy that gratitude holds, connecting us to shared humanity. Navigate feelings of guilt, find solace, and discover how expressing gratitude can inspire positive shifts. In just a few...

Continuing our series on the power of well-crafted questions to help us in some of the most important ways in our lives. Inspired by the Book of Beautiful Questions by Warren Berger, today’s episode explores why it is critical to take the time and space to ask ourselves the right questions and being honest with ourselves about the answers before we make high-stakes decisions. I also discuss the in...

Last week we talked about the important, learnable skill of curiosity, and why it’s so helpful to bring to almost any situation for fresh perspective and insights. Today I share some thoughts and reflections from a book I’ve been reading about the amazing value of crafting and implementing good questions in our personal and professional lives join me as I talk about why becoming a better questione...

We are naturally born curious about ourselves, others, and the world, but so often as we grow up, we find ourselves focused on tasks, troubleshooting, and getting through to the next thing. We may see curiosity as something for children, or something frivolous and unproductive to spend any time or energy on. But there are two lenses we can use for almost any situation that are essentially opposite...

Do you ever wonder what the actual differences are between a therapist and a coach? You have most likely heard of both, but many are left wondering if they are essentially the same or as a coach is really just a less qualified therapist, or any number of other common beliefs and myths out there. In this episode, my goal is to highlight some of the key similarities and differences between coaching...

Continuing the conversation today with how to make traveling with your family more enjoyable and less stressful. I’ll share lots of tips and strategies for taking road trips with your kids, packing tips, often forgotten items to make sure to throw in, and all things food and snacks strategies!

The holidays are just around the corner, and for many of us that means starting to make or finalize travel plans to get together with family and friends. We have all experienced the chaotic nature and stress of traveling with young children. Today’s episode is packed full of top tips I have accumulated from personal experience or advice from friends and colleagues. I hope they inspire you to book...

Thanks for joining me for Episode 19! A  domino habit  is a special kind of habit that sets off a positive or negative chain reaction of other habits. “You can never change just one behavior. Our behaviors are interconnected, so when you change one behavior, other behaviors also shift.” - Author, Stanford professor BJ Fogg In this episode, we'll explore-- * The power of a domino habit -- inclu...

Hey lovely community! I wanted to share my interview with Kimberly Roy with you today. She's a wonderful human who has an amazing podcast called "Redefining Anger" - she describes herself as a recovering perfectionist, learning to navigate the broad pendulum of emotions including anger. We share a desire to feel alive and abundant in our lives. We met in our coaching community for women and stay i...

A new season is approaching....the best one of all in my opinion! Break out your favorite pumpkin cinnamon candle, your cozy faux fur orange throws, and get yourself a cup of chai! Instead of just putting our heads down and "getting through" the rest of the year, let's look at how we can mindfully approach the fall this year with greater awareness and perspective so that we can CREAT...

Our lives are so busy and full. Filled with projects, events, to-do lists and plans. When is the last time you paused and checked in with yourself? Does your calendar and the way you spend your time and energy match your actual priorities? Do you feel out of sync and like so much of your time is spent on things that you’d rather not be doing?! What could use some tweaking? Listen in as I discuss h...

This episode is an introduction to the “model” that is a powerful tool taught in coaching. It helps bring so much awareness to how our thoughts create our feelings which drive our actions and ultimately our results. CTFAR Model Circumstances can trigger Thoughts Thoughts cause Feelings Feelings cause Actions (and Inactions) Actions / inactions create Results Our Results Provide Further Evidence of...

This is part 3 and the final episode of my mini-series on imposter syndrome/phenomenon. Today's episode is focused on SOLUTIONS- frameworks and tools we can use to help ourselves begin to heal from feeling like an imposter -- with practical tips to try when you are in the thick of it! Would you do me a quick favor and if you enjoyed today's episode, would you take a second to RATE or REVIEW the po...

In today's episode, I talk about what "imposter syndrome" or "imposter phenomenon" IS, what it isn't, what it can look like in your everyday life, and share some of my experiences with it! Next week, we'll continue the conversation with learning about the 5 subsets of imposter phenomenon and how to start to recognize and question it with compassion! **If you enjoyed this episode, PLEASE take a sec...