Overwhelm is a funny thing. We all experience it. We all complain about it and allow it to take its toll on our mental, emotional and physical health. Overwhelm is self-inflicted and only a state of mind, yet we still fall victim to it. Perhaps it’s time to manage overwhelm instead of suffering through it….
We live in stressful times. Many of us are juggling so many responsibilities that we can easily feel overwhelmed—and where there’s overwhelm—we can be sure that stress will not be far behind. Most of the time we’re not aware we’re holding on to stress. We spend so much time in our heads that we…
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of chatting with Kevin Olenick on his podcast Agree or Disagree We discussed mental health, anxiety, bullying, anxiety, and of course my book, Taming Crazy – Confessions and Lessons. We also discussed vulnerability. In particular, how being brave and courageous enough to be vulnerable can give you permission to release the…
I don’t have my sh!t together! Today was the first day back from an incredible conference in Portland called the World Domination Summit. It’s a gathering of amazing people doing amazing things, and it makes you think that you, yes you, can do amazing things too! But here’s the truth… although I believe I’m capable…
Have you received or bought a new journal, planner or notebook and haven’t cracked it open yet? Or perhaps you started out strong, writing every day but have already abandoned it. You’re not alone. I used to love opening a new journal, notebook or planner. It always felt like a new beginning. It…
When I became a parent, worry seemed quite normal. I worried about their happiness, their health, and their safety. Their pain became my pain. When they suffered, I suffered. The world seemed like a cruel and dangerous place, and I wanted them to be strong, to be fearless, and most of all to be happy. I…
Are you someone who overthinks, constantly worries or feels like their brain doesn’t shut off? Do you want to know how to stop worrying? If the answer is yes! I want to share a simple trick that may help you but first I need to explain what is happening when you’re in that state. …
You look great. You look like you have your act together. You’re keeping up appearances and you do it beautifully, but behind the fashionable clothes, the carefully applied make up and the fragile smile…you’re lost! Not everyone feels anxiety in the same way. Meghan Rienks describing how anxiety shows up for her in this video! Does…