I feel invisible. I know I’m not, but that’s how I feel. Well, on the feelings wheel, I actually feel ignored. But invisible is pretty darn close. Let’s start at the beginning. In January of this year, I found a lump on my breast. I wasn’t really worried, I have had lumps before. I actually had a large one removed in 2016 and it was benign (non-cancerous) so I kind of knew the process.  I went to my doctor the last week of January, and that’s really where the story begins. Grab a tea and settle in….. My family doctor of 15 years sent me for an ultrasound, and mammogram. That appointment ..read more

Coaching is a life long profession that often thrives on connections, growth, and personal development. While coaches provide guidance and support to their clients, they, too, need a support system to help us flourish in our careers and personal lives. There are so many different ways that having regular, meaningful connections can improve our lives. The meaningful connections formed within these groups not only contribute to coaches’ emotional well-being but also provide a multitude of career benefits. Keep reading as I list off some of my favorites when it comes to group masterminds and the ..read more

This past weekend, in Lethbridge AB (Canada) my husband, Vince, attempted to run a 100 mile race. You read that correctly, 100 miles. Now, let me preface this with the fact that he is an ultra athlete, and has been for the past 2 years. He has run 3 x 50 km ultra marathons, 1 x 83 km ultra marathon, and 1 x 100 km ultra marathon. So, yes he goes for a run today, and comes back tomorrow. He trains relentlessly, squeezing in runs in between coaching sessions, as lets not forget he also has a Performance Coaching practice to own and operate. He runs evenings, weekends, early morning, late night ..read more

I have been an avid reader my entire life. I grew up in a very small town in Northern Saskatchewan, and we did have a very small ‘cottage’ like library. As a kid, and until I moved away, I read every book in the teen/young adult section. Twice.  You can imagine my enthusiasm as I moved to bigger and bigger places. I am a member of every library in every city I have ever lived in since. Library’s have often been my safe space, somewhere I could go and read or work. Be it reading, creating, studying…. Fast forward to today. I am a coach/creator and whether it’s a course, or an ebook ..read more

In our fast-paced world, setting goals has become crucial for personal and professional success. However, merely stating our aspirations is not enough. It’s time to turn to pen and paper and start writing these down. You could use a vision board, a sticky note pad, a custom notebook. It’s up to you, but it’s time to start writing. To turn anything into reality, we need a structured and strategic approach. This is where the S.M.A.R.T. goal method/map comes into play. I have known about the smart goal method for years, but it was really the recent months at the Jay Shetty school where we really ..read more

In 2003 I ran a half-marathon. And now 20 years later I ran it again. But I made some much needed changes. 11 months ago, I embarked on a running journey that has transformed both my physical and mental capabilities. Starting with mere 1-minute runs followed by 1-minute walks, I gradually progressed and after a few months, began contemplating a significant goal. This led me to register for the Calgary half-marathon, which took place this past Sunday, May 28th. With a target of completing the race in under three hours while ensuring an injury free finish, I am really grateful to say that I ach ..read more

Welcome to the final instalment of my blog series on the remarkable world of sleep. In the previous parts, we explored the active nature of sleep, its impact on cognitive function and emotional well-being, as well as its role in physical recovery and vitality. Now, it’s time to talk about practical strategies and tips for optimizing your sleep habits and achieving a well-rested sleep, night after night. It’s taken me years to develop good sleep habits, and so keep that in mind as you read below. Also remember that we are all human. So, life gets in the way and some weeks are better than other ..read more

Welcome to the second part of my blog series, where we dive deeper into the remarkable world of sleep and explore its impact on our overall well-being and success. As business owners, sleep should be something that we use to our advantage, and yet I believe it is often overlooked and under-appreciated.  Today, we unravel the hidden secrets of sleep and why prioritizing rest is essential for unleashing our full potential. In my previous blog, I talked about what happens when we sleep. It’s important to recognize that sleeping is far from a passive process. In fact, it is an incredibly act ..read more

I have a check in with clients before we start a session, and as of late, I have added the question “how much sleep have you had in the last 7 days?” Most answers are that they have slept ok, but could use more. Which got me thinking, what happens when we don’t get enough sleep. Besides the insistent yawning throughout the day….there are a few cognitive challenges that come with not enough sleep. One of the first things to go when we don’t get enough sleep is the ability to focus our attention. These are called attentional blinks, and it’s where you lose your ability to pay attention for just ..read more

Waiting for something is an art. And having the patience to wait for something is a very powerful thing.  When was the last time you waited for something?  Maybe it was a goal that didn’t work out, and you had to make adjustments. And it just didn’t happen in the time frame you wanted. And so you had to wait. And be patient.  Or did you throw your hands in the air, call it a day, and move on to the next thing?  No judgment here, that is how I used to be. If something didn’t work out very fast, I didn’t give it space to work out at all.  That is in part why my resume ..read more