When I first started working in juvenile justice facilities I knew what I was good at. And that was to reach and teach environmental education to "high risk" youth populations. What I didn't know was that I was experiencing compounded trauma by placing myself in these situations. Let me be more explicit about what I mean by compounded trauma.
Read MoreI found myself saying this a lot in my career as I made an effort to climb into organizational leadership. Coming from an industry where progress was stalled one way or another by leadership, new ideas were met with skepticism and fear,…
Read MoreAs I was guiding high school students through a workshop on entrepreneurship, I gave my own story as an example of how my journey was reflected in the Medicine Wheel. So, I wanted to offer this priceless knowledge over to you as another reflection tool.
Read MoreNaturally, I thought I should bring up dreams during sessions because they were just so intense. Little did I know they were messages guiding me towards my path.
Read MoreSo it’s the end of 2017 and the perfect time to get into reflection mode and see how all the events of this year impacted you and what you want to declare in the coming year for yourself. As a transformational coach, I’m here to…
Read MoreEarlier this month I had this crazy idea to fast on what we know of as "Thanksgiving Day". When I mentioned it to my partner, his response was, "Well good luck with that!"....
Read MoreHow can we really start to THINK and DO in a way that we haven't before? I think it's time to play that grown up game of listening to her. So, what will it take?
Read MoreLately the folks reaching out to me for support have a general need to understand how to "not hold onto" someone else's issues. So, I thought it be fitting to write a little bit about a strategy I use everyday that helps me be present with clients (and people in general) without bringing on my "stuff"
Read MoreSigning onto a coaching program is a huge decision as well as an enormous investment to your health, well-being, and success! Here are some of the most basic essential items I make sure to pack when we begin our journey...
Read MoreBack in 2014 I published what would be a key blog post of my career; taking a stand against what I felt were problematic practices of “diversity and inclusion” panels and discussions. My Shapeshifting the Panel piece was me taking a stand against...
Read MoreI first came across the concept of Soul Wounds when I saw this conference posted on Facebook. I was at the beginning stages of my healing journey, triggered by all the happenings in my life, mostly difficult circumstances. I was teaching at a juvenile detention center…
Read MoreThe work of healing hikes runs deep into our inner work so necessarily, the planning process calls for an intentional time in crafting. Here's a brief overview of what happens when Tereza and I…
Read MoreI will join in on the post-screening of Independent Lens Documentary, Ovarian Psycos for a conversation about healing, trauma, etc…
Read MoreHold these actions in your own way and allow these steps to guide you through your own process for balancing and staying in alignment with who you are.
Read MoreHere's a quick list of some of the hiking locations I've used for healing hikes. Some of these may be new to some of you so I also included what makes each unique and special. Use this as a guide for the next time you feel like exploring right in your own backyard!
Read MoreI mentioned this method of using the elements and the four directions, N, S, E, & W when connecting Self to nature. And it seems to be an increasingly palatable way of interpreting this connection when I'm leading hikes. So I wanted to provide this post as the simple guide for you to remember the significance of the elements and their associations with the directions.
Read MoreI’ve seen these words used in science lectures AND in the community work I’ve done. I think they both carry the same impact as verbs, but the context in which they are used may be different.
Read MoreAlas! The year is coming to a close! Can you believe it? Now is the time to reflect on and celebrate the year past. But for many the weight of the holidays and all its festivities are a true challenge in keeping balanced both physically and mentally as we charge through to December 31st.
Read MoreThe mood around The Town is pretty heavy right now. It's a mixture of the usual hustle & bustle of holiday festivities coming up, but in the background of tragedy. The Oakland Ghostship Fire happened near me.
Read MoreWe lay witness to the days that have come before us and act upon creating what we need ahead of us. As the sun rises to birth a new day, it also sets- carrying all that we have endured throughout the day. Find space in this process to focus on what brings you peace.
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