We all experience stress, but we aren't always good at managing stress. In today's #ArtTalks, I chat about the Stress Cycle and how understanding the cycle can help empower us to process and releases stress in our lives ..read more

I’ve been working hard behind the scenes towards a project that is FINALLY coming to life today. Folks, the YouTube Channel is BACK!! I’m so excited to start bringing some value-packed content to you with video. Here’s what you can expect from The Sequoia Life YouTube space: COFFEE COACHING: coaching 'pep talks' over a cup of something that feels good to drink. 5-MINUTE THERAPEUTIC ART DIY: Therapeutic Art practices you can do at home to connect with your authentic self. WHAT TO DO WHEN...: tools and practices for continued growth when facing common roadblocks. ART TALKS: exploring the ..read more

It all starts with a vision. The goals we create for ourselves. The decisions we make in life. Everything comes back to the vision you have for your life. Your vision is the image you have for your future self. Setting a vision allows you to remove the constraints of time, money, and knowledge in order to focus on what your true purpose and ambitions are. By creating a purpose-driven vision for yourself, you’ll be empowered to create the guiding goals that will bring that vision into reality. In setting a vision, we get introspective to explore our why. It’s a practice to gain clarity around t ..read more

I’m currently listening to the conversation I had with Kristen Dobbs and Amanda Austin from Wellness On The Farm for The Struggle is Real Podcast. We recorded it maybe a month ago, so I’m enjoying reliving the experience because I had such a good time with Kristen and Amanda. From our unexpected local connection (our towns are only 60KM apart!) to our shared passion for wellness, this podcast recording was like catching up with long-time friends. I actually just reached the part where I talk about moving in with an EX-boyfriend and I legit laughed out loud. But the main focus of the podcast ce ..read more

I talk about my mental health a lot, particularly my experience with depression and binge eating disorder. I talk about it so much, you’d think I wouldn’t have anything new to say on the subject. You’d be wrong. Today, my episode on the Real Stories. Real People. Podcast airs. I chat with host Ashley Brewer about some of my history which lead up to my eating disorder for the first time in years. We also talk in-depth about my experience with various doctors who played a role in my journey and the problems I see in eating disorder treatment. It’s a heavy but important chat and, as always with m ..read more

Have you ever wondered how men and women differ when it comes to setting and rocking their goals? While there hasn’t been a lot of research conducted on how goals are impacted based on one’s gender — and what research has been done is very, very binary — researchers at the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics and Leadership IQ, a leadership training and research firm in the U.S., have produced papers that lend some insight into how women and men treat goals differently. So to mark International Women’s Day, let’s look at how gender plays a role in goal setting and share some tips on how we c ..read more

We have been in pandemic mode for so long now, I feel confident in saying many of us have tried all the forms of self-care that exist. And since March is known for basketball, March Madness, and bracket tournaments, I thought it would be the perfect time to discover what exactly is the ultimate form of self-care. So without further ado… Self-Care Madness is our version of March Madness. It will run as a single-elimination competition to determine the #1 way to care for your mental wellbeing as more and more studies come out telling us the not-at-all surprising news that this pandemic is hurti ..read more

Therapeutic art coaching combines introspection and goal setting with the creative process. As your coach, I’ll guide you through your artistic expression so you can gain a better understanding of your authentic self. You do not need to be an artist to benefit from therapeutic art coaching. You just need to bring an open mind and a willingness to trust the process. Therapeutic art is for everyone and anyone, and it comes with a whole host of benefits. Here are 5 powerful benefits to therapeutic art coaching! 1. You’ll experience a deeper sense of relaxation. Therapeutic art exercises often ha ..read more

Remember when I had a PR agency? Now I'm a life coach? What? Have you been wondering what the heck might have happened there? Today I'm a guest on the Golden Sh*t Podcast and I'm diving into what happened behind the scenes that had me make the shift from PR to coaching. In this episode, host Marissa Fin and I talk about the importance of starting a business that is aligned with your passion and what you truly want to do. We talk about the fear that surrounds making the decision to leave your business and make the jump to something new, and the importance of trusting yourself and your beliefs t ..read more

One of my fundamental beliefs on goal setting often surprises people. Some may even call it a little radical. I believe in setting flexible goals. What good are your goals if they can’t adapt and grow to change with you? That’s why I was so excited to chat with Debbie Debonaire on her podcast, The Women’s Happy Show, on the power of flexibility. Check out the podcast now. The two programs I talk about on the podcast are Renew Together and Build Your Confidence Toolbox. Learn more about these offerings by booking a call with me now ..read more