Brilliant Balance

When I meet other working women and ask how they want to feel, they tell me they want to feel at ease, calm, fully present, or in control. And why? Because that's NOT how they feel right now! It's normal, but the key to feeling better is knowing the levers to pull to get you back to a state where you feel a sense of agency and control. Where you have the ability to tap into your inner calm when yo...

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can seem scary. And understandably so. With so many holiday season milestones looming and approaching faster and faster, it's easy to hit the panic button and live in dread of the stress surrounding them instead of joyful anticipation and holiday cheer. But what if we could take a step back and remind ourselves that this is supposed to be a magical seaso...

Many of us cringe at the thought of opening our homes to other people, especially if it extends longer than a single night. But why? The idea of opening your home to other people can seem scary for a wide array of reasons. You think your home isn't ready to host, the thought of having to feed everyone is overwhelming, or even feel like your space is being invaded! But the truth is, if you understa...

Do you ever have problems where it seems that no matter how many times you fix them, they keep re-appearing? You think you've taken care of them, but they pop up again and again. They may be big resolutions you set every New Year's Eve, or little aggravations that nag at you repeatedly. It gets frustrating when you feel like you'll never be free from these difficulties. Sometimes, that's because y...

Do you ever feel like you don't measure up? Have you ever felt left out because you weren't invited to a night out? Does scrolling on Instagram sometimes feel draining and depressing? Do you ever see a 22 year old phenom on Instagram and think, "How the heck is she there already? I'm older than her, and I haven't achieved half of what she has!" I want you to know: this is completely normal. The da...

…and she lived happily ever after. As little girls we bought into the fairy tale, so sometimes as women, we want to live a life without any challenges or hiccups — and effortlessly sail into retirement.  But the reality is: ALL good stories have conflict.  The meaningful things in life are created through struggle. Good stories aren't planned out or predictable. In fact, a good story is one where...

Have you ever heard a story about something awe-inspiring someone has done and you think: 'It would be so amazing to do that someday'... Then end up never doing it? We've all had that experience of looking great experiences square in the eye - ones that are so intensely desirable - and telling ourselves 'not yet'. Why do we convince ourselves we're not ready for any new challenge and that we don't...

It's our 5 year anniversary, so we're taking a trip down memory lane. Meet my team as we reminisce about the episodes we're still talking about, in some cases several years after they originally aired. It's been a privilege to bring this show to you week after week for the last five years and in some ways I feel like we're just warming up. To celebrate, today we're launching the Brilliant Balance...

So many women struggle to say no. Whenever women get a request for their precious time, they feel like they owe it to the person asking. The reality is that time is finite. It's the one resource we have that we can't get back.  Every yes we give to someone is a no we are giving to somebody else. That could be yourself, your family, your children, or even your friends.  So how can you better manage...

For many years, society has been perplexed by powerful women. Generations of women have been conditioned not to speak their truth, voice their opinions, and use their voice. When women speak up, they get labeled as "bossy" or worse. So what if there were a way to speak up, telegraph confidence, influence others, and own the room — without backlash? In today's episode, you'll discover the "65:35" r...

If you find yourself constantly nagging your kids to get off their phones, you're not alone! Technology has invaded every nook and corner of our lives. Parents are working from home, children are exposed to screens - and everyone's checking social media a zillion times a day! With so many distractions at our fingertips, raising kids took on a whole new dimension in the 21st century. But what if we...

The number of incredible women chasing their own career dreams is awe-inspiring. The days when women didn't stand a chance of holding a breadwinner role are long gone. Sounds amazing, right? Not so fast, my friend.  It seems the transition of women into breadwinner roles wasn't as smooth as it should have been. Sad statistics show that women who are the primary breadwinners of the family are more...

When was the last time you did something for yourself? With so many things on our checklist each day, many of us are guilty of getting lost in the day-to-day activities and stresses of the external world.  We neglect the most important thing: connecting with ourselves.  But here's the truth.  Whether you are a CEO or a stay-at-home parent, you can't connect to anyone else in inspiring ways until y...

As summer comes to a close, many of us feel a little blue; we're not quite ready to bid adieu to the ease and flow of the season. Before we know it, we're back to the all-too-familiar hustle of everyday life, complete with that feeling of dread that creeps in Sunday evening and the reluctance with which you drag yourself out of bed and into your Monday morning commute. If you feel like this, you'r...

Have you ever thought you were for sure going to bomb a job interview or school presentation but then ended up getting through it with flying colors?  That was your mind playing tricks on you. It turns out our brain is an excellent author…of fiction! This is especially true when we're feeling anxious in a certain situation. That's when fear grabs the pen from our hands and starts writing its own s...

Life is full of little boxes pleading to be checked off; it all starts in school with classes to be taken, clubs to be joined, and most importantly, a degree to be earned.  As we get older and life throws more challenges at us, we realize how many things we think we need to do to meet society's standards. In the midst of hitting goals, and making plans, it's easy to get sidetracked from our real p...

Sitting with anger, anxiety or sadness may be the last thing you want to do. Because it's uncomfortable. Because it hurts. Because you're too tired. Or maybe you just don't know how.  You're not alone. Many of us are always in our thoughts - wrapped up in our daily agenda, our work, or the people who need us - and we go through the day without ever taking time to acknowledge our feelings.  But lea...

Can you recall a tradition that your family had when you were younger? Maybe it was visiting your cousins every weekend for a Sunday lunch? Or opening a single present on Christmas eve? Whatever your childhood traditions were, they undoubtedly created a sense of belonging and contributed to your shared legacy with your loved ones.  Looking back, you might get nostalgic, but the best part is that i...

When you think about working out, you probably envision going to the gym or a class. But there's a powerful exercise that you can fit into your day – even when you feel too busy.  What is it? Walking.  It may sound too simple but walking is actually one of the most mentally and physically rewarding activities you can do. Its benefits seem endless, especially since you can do it wherever you are. ...

It turns out the most important conversations are the ones we have with ourselves. But if you're not mindful, the discussion in your head can turn into "chatter". That's when your self-talk goes sideways and turns into endless anxiety-provoking worry. It's the dark side of our inner voice that can poison our relationships, health, and well-being. So how can you notice when your self-talk turns int...

The rising number of incredible women starting businesses and breaking entrepreneurial gender barriers is breathtaking. But it only tells part of the story. Simply starting a business may not lead to the satisfaction you imagined when you launched your new venture. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated in your business, then this episode is for you. Today I'm sharing what I've lear...

If you feel like being a parent is the toughest job you've ever had, you're not alone. Being a parent is both beautiful and extremely challenging all at the same time.  After all, we're helping a whole new person navigate the world. And every person is unique. This means there are no set rules to tell you exactly how to be a good parent. So how do you ensure that you provide the kind of support th...

Imagine you finally overcame your agonizing "what if" syndrome and jumped into something new. It should all be easy now, right? No fast, my friend. Buckle up because you're headed straight for the "messy middle". That's the time when things start to go a little differently than you may have anticipated. At that point, you can't even remember why you thought this was a good idea in the first place!...

If you're raising kids, life is always super busy. Between household chores, work, and parenting, finding time for your significant other can be incredibly challenging. But if you don't make time to connect, it's all too easy to become roommates who just co-exist. You miss out on important moments and your connection can slowly slip away. So how do you maintain a strong bond with your partner when...

You plan your vacation to relax and take a break from work. But too often being out of the office means you're cramming in extra hours right up till the moment you leave. By the time you get to the airport, you're tired, frazzled, and cranky. If that's ever happened to you, you're not alone. Without careful planning, you can easily find yourself glued to your laptop even in the middle of a vacatio...