How to Ditch the Habits Holding You Back
Imagine a dark piece of marbled oak wood in front of you. In your hand, you’re holding the stainless steel handle of an etching tool. Now, picture yourself carving
How to Build the Courage to Change
Letting go and softening into change has not come easily for me. Although I would like to think that letting go of tension in my body, relationships, and stress looks
Are you fulfilled in your relationships?
According to research, our relationships will be the number one predictor of our lifespan. Here are the typical responses that I hear when I ask, “Are you fulfilled in your
Vulnerability Is a B!tch
Have you ever felt that twinge of jealousy when you see a friend or (ex) partner having fun with someone else? In the past, I would feel a stab of
Loneliness in Silicon Valley
Helen’s shoulders drooped during her coaching session. “I’m so overwhelmed. I know I should go out, but going out feels like such a hassle. I’d rather go home to relax
The Key to Relationship Growth
I don’t want to save you, I want to stand by your side while you save yourself. -Unknown The work in a relationship is to develop ourselves and let the
Special Edition: Neurology That Supports Effective Leadership
Here’s a bit of science jargon sprinkled with a simple application to keep you effectively flowing and peaceful. As much as we would like to push down or away from
Scheduling to Create an On Point Work Life Balance
Picture you’re just about to hit send on the last email of the day. The cold beer waiting for you at home is already on your mind; you can practically
Do You Get Stuck in Looped Thinking
Do you ever find yourself thinking the same frustrating thoughts? Does it feel like you’re stuck in a Groundhog Day of the mind? There’s actually a scientific explanation for looped
Series: A World Beyond Denying our Needs.
Needs: A Burgeoning Awareness Most of us would not say that we are particularly skilled at identifying our needs; even fewer would feel comfortable asking for their needs to be
Turning Vulnerability Into Respect
Vulnerability tends to be received like a dirty word. When vulnerability gets mentioned, it’s like all the air gets sucked out of the room. Vulnerability is also somewhat taboo to
Desire is Not a Dirty Word
I often hesitate to share certain material because what I’m suggesting is the emotional equivalent of free falling off of a bridge. It’s like I’m asking you to close your
Battling S.A.D.
Battling Seasonal Affect Disorder (SAD) has been a lifelong challenge around this time of year when the wind chill is crisp and the clouds transform California’s gold to green. There
If You Aren’t Motivated To Start It Now, Then It’s The Wrong Goal! How To Set 2017 Goals That Stick (Dec Newsl’t)
Okay, so we all fall victim to creating goals around what we think we “should” be doing. STOP it! As soon as you hear yourself thinking “I should______ (work out,
My Struggle with Dyslexia: How I Became the Writer I Always Wanted To Be
Have you noticed how the things we are most embarrassed or scared or feel shameful about are often a big-fat-red-sharpie arrow pointing us in the direction of growth and passion?
Surrendering Our Burdens and Our Burnout
The chime of the alarm filled my sleepy mind but the weight of my body felt like a concrete slab, too heavy to lift. It had been a long week
You are not what you think, feel, say, or do…
Believing we are what we think, feel, say or do is like dumping emotional tar in our brain; it keeps us neurologically stuck. Think of it like driving in a
30 Days of Emotional Clarity
Over the years, I have consistently noticed how clarity is the most common desire that clients seek. Their eyes staring at me expectantly as they hold their breath, hoping that
5 Tips for a Balanced and Fresh 2018
As we turn the page to 2018, here are some of my top tips for getting a great start on the new year: Clear your space. To feel fresh and
5 Simple Steps To A Better Night’s Sleep
Let’s start with the simple and sweet necessities: bedtime and morning routines. Most haven’t given much thought to these pinnacle routines, yet I have found them to be one of
Do You Trust Yourself?
“Having never received any life coaching in the past, I was reluctant and hesitant to participate in a life coaching session, however, I was pleasantly surprised to find myself opening
Don’t Give Yourself Away So Easily
I often receive some of my deepest insights in my sessions with clients. A few days back, I received a big one! As I looked at my client, her eyes
The Mirror Effect: Handling Relationships With Authenticity
We’ve all been there; someone acts in a way that triggers us. Sometimes we catch ourselves before we lash out, internally or externally, and other times we lash out and
Look at Me
“Heather is a super-smart, curious, sincere and committed coach. I thoroughly enjoy her way of deeply and fearlessly exploring to find insights and answers to my challenges. She truly is
Special People
“I would highly recommend Heather to others and not only is she a great coach, she is an inspiring human being!” -Dawn Surround Yourself With People That Help You Care-Less
Self-Love for Beginners
Many people including myself, struggle with receiving and expressing love. How to express love? How to receive love? How to feel lovable? Here’s an outline to use as you
How Do You Stay Sane During The Holidays?
We are all, for the most part, aware that the holidays can create some stressful and challenging situations. I know my family is no exception,but is there anything that we
IFS + The Enneagram
This blog covers the intersection of two powerful modalities I use regularly in my coaching practice: I will share an overview of these two modalities, but let’s first start with
Perfectionism vs. Growth Mindset
Plus the new realization that’s turned my perfectionism on it’s head ???? The Realization: The perfectionistic mindset shift that can amplify your efficiency in a HUGE way! Perfectionism is like
DON’T CLOSE YOUR HEART FOR ANYTHING OR ANYONE
She leaned against the wall, the vise-like restriction tightening from the inside out. She could sense the discomfort crawling up her throat and felt like she may throw up. Tears
A Simply Mindset Change to Stop Feeling Weighed Down by Past or Future
Danny’s gaze fell on the crystal hourglass set on the wooden table in front of her. She watched meditatively as the tiny grains of sparkling golden sand collectively flowed from
The Gratitude Waterfall
Here’s how I discovered my new favorite meditation! The Gratitude Waterfall. I stepped out of the car, onto the gravelly dirt road and let out a long exhale. Looking up,
Meeting Life’s Challenges with Softness and Strength
Imagine you just walked into work, you see your boss walking quickly towards you, one hand gripping a stack of papers, the other in a fist. Their mouth is tight,
