Every day I work with people who feel like they need to lose weight. Really, most of us are trying to find some sort of balance between what we are … [Read More...]
Soul
Learning is a Gift (even when pain is the teacher)
In an age of inspirational memes, Ted Talks and all manner of leadership and self-help books, it can be easy to confuse intentional living with trying … [Read More...]
Mom2Mom
Talk to Strangers!
I travel a lot for work. I always have. I used to travel a lot more, but with my new job (as of March) the travel is much more manageable and is … [Read More...]
Girl Talk
I want to live in a Pantsuit Nation
On November 9, I woke up in a foreign country. The country I live in is a country where the good guys win. Where people do the right thing. Where … [Read More...]
Love
Mommies and Daddies Come First
Could you ever imagine telling your daughter that her brother comes first? Of course not! Could you ever imagine telling your children that your job … [Read More...]
Image
The Power of the Dressing Room Mirror
In the early part of the summer I finally decided it was time to upgrade some of my wardrobe. Between running, training, and my job as a trainer I … [Read More...]
Grieving a Pregnancy Loss
I held my breath as the doctor squirted the gel onto the wand. Even though it was warmed, the gel … [Read More...]
Anything boys can do, Girls can do better…?
Last weekend, I pulled this tree out of my front yard with my bare hands.* ok…I admit to a bit of … [Read More...]
How to Be a Powerful Person – Be a Connector!
When you need a new hairstylist, dentist or plumber who do you call? I guarantee you can think of … [Read More...]
How do we help our children avoid addiction?
For over seventeen years I have been blessed to work with adolescents and adults as they recover … [Read More...]
Healthy Cooking: Cilantro Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa and Turmeric Broccoli
I love cooking healthy and delicious recipes and I am a BIG believer in eating REAL food. Besides … [Read More...]
Finding Your Soul SISTERS!
Whether you are a super-social woman who is constantly engaging with new people, or more of an … [Read More...]
A Girlfriends' Guide to Living was born out of the idea that it takes a village — not only to raise a child — but to live the life you deserve. However, many women do not have the same support network of girlfriends that I have been blessed to find and lean on during difficult times, so I am going to lend you mine and invite you to join our tribe. Here, you'll always find your virtual girlfriends offering their opinions, support and advice on topics that impact other women — including you. Our mission is to empower women to empower themselves and share our collective wisdom to help each other thrive.