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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

Clear Communication to Create Secure Attachment

With IFS (Internal Family Systems) & NVC (Non-Violent Communication) Integrated Here is the why Here is a personal example from my childhood that, I hope, will illustrate how we can

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

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

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 Simple Set of Useful Tools to Create Balance in Uncertain Times

We have compiled a set of useful tools, based on the most common challenges that clients are experiencing during the pandemic. Each tool has been designed to help you direct

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

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

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

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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

Vitality in the Workplace Series #2

“I have no reason to complain, I chose each step that brought me here so why am I so unhappy?” Sound familiar? Purpose is one of the most sought after

Vitality in the Workplace Series #1

Health Threat to Silicon Valley Companies I see a major underlying threat to companies’ health in the Silicon Valley. The workforce needs support in finding purpose and meaning in their

5 Steps to Effective Goal Setting

  As we bring January to an end, how did you do with your New Year’s resolutions? Did they already get lost in your to do pile?? If so, it

Purpose & Wisdom

The phrase “you don’t know what you don’t know until you know it,” makes more and more sense with each passing day. There are moments that hit us out of

Effective Calendar & Time Management: 2018

Take a listen to my audio guide to Effective Calendaring & Time Management for a Fresh & Organized 2018!   For more help with the emotional part of calendaring (FOMO,

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Goal Setting: The Allegory of the Hiker

Listen to Heather’s guided reflection on 2017 and goal-setting for 2018 Let’s close out 2017 with a touch of reflection and a mountain of intention. Let’s chart out where we’ve

The Marble Jar Challenge

Who this challenge is useful for 😀 Anyone interested in developing a new habit. The story… A brilliant client came up with a really fun idea to help themselves develop

Ending Addictive Thinking

Imagine a small white cigarette on a table in front of you. That little cigarette is completely harmless as long as it just lays there, right? Cigarettes are like your

One Question to End Recurring Negative Thinking

The black Ford van pulled up to the curb at Terminal 3, door C. The Lyft driver came around to open the back hatch. He was medium height with a

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 Dating as Busy Professionals

Working long hours? Looking for love? How on Earth will you find the time for yourself AND for dating!? You’re not alone! It’s a common theme in Silicon Valley: people

How to Survive Valentine’s Day

According to my team, the number one search on Vday is “how to survive Valentine’s day.” Well shit, talk about counterproductive, a day set to celebrate love and it winds

Saying No and Setting Boundaries

Have you ever had the thought “I’m always so busy but there’s always more to do!” You’re soooo not alone. Achieving balance is one of the most common aspirations I

Why Marriages Fail

This summer will mark the 12th year that my partner and I have been together. I’ve learned a few things over the years, one of them being how foolish I

The Perfect Traveling Partner

I have the good fortune of a few great travel buddies. Here are the 3 essentials I’ve learned about the perfect traveling partner: 1. Flexibility: A mutually easygoing attitude creates

The Passport: A Harrowing Start to Summer Vacation

His alarmed face made my blood pool in my feet before he finished the sentence, “Your Passport is expired!” “What!” I half screamed, grabbing the passport, “what does that mean!?”

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,

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

The Stories that I Told Myself

Originally published on the occasion of International Women’s Day As a little girl I grew up in a family where everyone was trying to survive so I told myself that

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Gift List: Top 5 Books to Give this Holiday Season

From one bookworm to another, here are my top 5 Books to give this holiday season: Braving the Wilderness by Brene Brown An awe-inspiring read! In between tears, all I

You have everything you need already within you

Begin Your Journey To A More Confident & Authentic Life

If you are at a place where feeling supported in the changes ahead feels helpful, call me and we can explore how I can best support you.