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In February 2019, we went on a weekend trip to West Edmonton Mall and spent a day at the waterpark. There’s a zipline that goes across it, and my kids—8 and 10 years old at the time—and I decided to give it a go. They weighed us, got us each into a harness, and then […]

Do you feel pressure to reply instantly to others, whether it’s an email from your manager, a Teams message from a co-worker, or even a text from a friend? Or perhaps you expect that from others? And when they don’t reply right away, you worry they’re ignoring you or question if they’re on top of […]

Is summer vacation right around the corner for you? Or perhaps it’s a few weeks away, and for now, you’re navigating work with the kids off school or it’s just regular, everyday life. Maybe you’re feeling so overwhelmed that you can’t wait for a break. Or maybe, like me, you’re feeling like you gave it […]

Do you ever find that you can’t seem to calm your racing mind when everything around you feels hectic? Or catch yourself getting stuck on something small bothering you—even when everything around you is calm and good? That anxious feeling sneaks in, stealing your sense of peace. And instead of being present in the moment, […]

I put a post on LinkedIn earlier this week about how—like our devices—we all need time to recharge and reset. Each day, and whenever we need it. Whether it’s a few minutes to walk outside, saying no to something that’s draining your energy, or simply pausing to breathe and let go of what’s stressing you […]

What if you didn’t take it personally? That snarky or dismissive comment.A genuine miscommunication.Someone saying no to you. Whether it’s from a coworker, a family member, or someone else. Leaving you feeling hurt, misunderstood, or rejected. Your mind spinning with assumptions about their intentions or what they think of you. We’ve all been there. It’s […]

“Could we be any lazier?” This thought went through my mind as my husband and I floated on the boat one morning on our summer vacation. “Fast Car” by Luke Combs was playing, with the hot sun and a nice breeze, both of us almost fast asleep. A cabin to clean and grocery shopping on […]

Striving to be your best self, especially in our demanding lives, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed out, thinking we need to do it all and have all the good habits to succeed. Especially as women. But here’s a secret: you don’t need to do it all. In fact, if you try to be […]

Do you find it hard to disconnect from work to take a vacation or really enjoy your personal time? Even though you’re feeling tapped out from juggling it all and you know you need a break. Or maybe you’re dreaming of vacation days and some downtime and fun with your family and friends. I get […]

My book, Your Balanced and Bold Life: Work Less, Live More, and Be Your Best, is now available for sale on Amazon! Buy your copy today here on Amazon CA or visit www.staceyolson.ca/book for all the details and upcoming events. I am feeling so many emotions today. A former client now friend, Julie, sent me […]