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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 […]

Feeling like you’re way too busy to slow down the pace or give yourself some breathing room? Or feel guilty if you do take something off your plate? These past few weeks I’ve needed more breathing room myself. It was the four-year anniversary of my mom’s death, unexpected hospital visits with a kid’s broken thumb […]

I hope your summer is treating you well so far. I took some time off in July and am easing back into a work routine—while still living at the lake. It’s been a season of late nights with teens, a slower pace, summer fun… and the occasional test of boundaries with other people. So, as […]

Let’s talk about how working less can make you more effective. As I finished up my new website, I found myself waffling over the homepage headline. The old version said: Create more balance, stress less, and be your best. But I had changed it to: Work less, enjoy life more, and perform even better. This got closer […]

Feeling like you’ve said yes to too many things and now you’re wondering how in the world you’ll get it all done? Or maybe you committed to something coming up, but then life threw you a curveball—and now you’re feeling stretched too thin. Or you’re just plain exhausted and know you need a break… but […]

You’re playing an entirely different game with work-life balance. Not the packed calendar.Not the “always on” mode.Not proving your value by how much you take on. But the space to think clearly.The time to focus on what really matters.The boldness to succeed without the hectic, overwhelming pace. It’s a version of balance that doesn’t just […]

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 […]

Early on in my business, my intuition led me to a deep desire to help others be more balanced in their lives and as leaders. In January 2017, I wrote my first blog post, “What Does Work-Life Balance Even Mean?”, which started me on a writing path. Over the years, I’ve taken on other focus […]

One day, my husband took the car that I usually drive, and when I used it the next day, the fuel gauge was on orange, almost empty. I ended up late to my appointment because I had to stop and fill up. I called him and said, “We’re way too old and wise to be […]

Are you feeling like there aren’t enough hours in the day and you’re struggling to get everything done? Do you push yourself harder or avoid things altogether because you’re feeling so overwhelmed? Or perhaps you feel on top of things for the most part, but you also feel guilty about all the other things you […]