The Journal

There’s no way around it—art is activism. It always has been. From Vincent van Gogh’s The Potato Eaters, which illuminated the dignity and struggles of the working class, to Nina Simone’s haunting Strange Fruit, which exposed the horrors of racial violence—art has always been a mirror, a protest, a catalyst for change. Art is inherently […]

The other night, I had the privilege of attending an author talkback with one of my favorite writers, TJ Klune. If you know me, you know how much I adore reading, and TJ’s work has always held a special place in my heart. His stories are a beautiful blend of heart, humor, and humanity, and […]

Everything we’ve always known is shifting rapidly, and it can feel jarring and disorienting, to say the least. But the truth is, leadership has been evolving for a long time. There are, in essence, two types of leaders. The old-school authoritarian leader—the “do what I say, not what I do” kind—demands loyalty without earning it […]

Is there a nagging voice in your head casting doubts or throwing shade? How often do you beat yourself up because you have imposter syndrome or don’t feel confident enough to take up space and demand what you rightly deserve? It’s a story many of us tell ourselves, especially when fear or doubt creeps in. […]

The other night, I attended a high school play, Bury the Rest, that my daughter is performing in. It tackles an intensely heavy subject: the epidemic of school shootings in America. As a parent, it was tough to sit through. But what hit me even harder was when my daughter shrugged off the discomfort, saying […]

“Whatever you think you can do or believe you can do, begin it. Action has magic, grace and power in it.“ I love this quote from Goethe because it doesn’t say “whatever you know you can do.” He says “whatever you think you can do” or “believe you can do.” Our beliefs shape our reality. […]

As a transformational success coach, I have journeyed with countless individuals on the path to self-improvement and empowerment. Yet, there is one topic that often goes unspoken, shadowed by its complexity and vulnerability – the daunting task of truly loving oneself. For many, the concept of self-love conjures images of indulgence, ease, and acceptance. But […]

Through years of self-work I’ve come to learn that alignment (which is a word I use often) is less about achieving a state of perfection and more about embracing a journey of awareness and continuous recalibration.   Alignment is often misconstrued as a destination—a perfect place where everything falls neatly into place, and life flows without […]

What happens if we treat ourselves with the same respect we treat leaders and organizations? When we apply the “know, like, and trust” concept to ourselves?   This idea aligns seamlessly with my mission to help you transform fear into fierceness. Just as companies must understand their ‘why’ to inspire action, we must all delve […]

Life, with its myriad responsibilities and challenges, can sometimes feel like a joy-thief. In a world that often seems to spin on an axis of productivity, efficiency, and relentless ambition, there’s a quiet rebellion taking place. It’s not marked by loud protests or revolutionary rhetoric; instead, it’s a gentle shift in perspective—a rediscovery of the […]