Do you prefer the journey of growth or the destination of a goal? 

How do you feel when you hear "no" from a potential client, customer, or boss? 

When you walk into a room full of people, do you notice those who are present and focused, rather than distracted? Do you sense those who are engaged in the moment? 

The word stress has become a catch all for lots of emotions. Get more discerning - rename it as irritation, fear, anger, worry, sadness... or another description.

Truly leading yourself requires going deep. It's the work.

If you reflect on the year, and you experienced more overwhelm, distraction, stress, busyness, or worry about what others think (an extremely common interference in peace of mind and a life aligned with our true values), I recommend an antidote: simplicity. 

What is the ONE lesson learned from the ONE mistake you made this year that you will use to influence how you want to be in 2025? 

When considering change at work, whether it's a promotion, a lateral move, or a complete career shift, how do you define success now?

What's your story - generational, gender based, cultural, familial or community based - that shapes your money beliefs?

Here are a few questions that increase our self-awareness.

When I taught and ran groups on DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) a few decades ago, one of the emotional regulation skills that was important was simply being able to name feelings.

Many of my clients are interested in boosting confidence. Whether it’s confidence to speak up, do something new, communicate more directly, go for a big job, there are a myriad of situations when we want to feel more confident.

Time. We all want more of it. The truth: Time is our finite precious resource. We all want more of it.

How are you going to use yours?

For many women, speaking up or taking up space is uncomfortable at best, downright terrifying and the thing to most avoid, at worst. 

Lies women (sometimes secretly) believe that stunt progress

High level leadership skills are essential for your success both individually and as you lead your team or become your own boss.

Several years ago, I was meeting with a mentor around the holidays sharing my loooong work to-do list for year end. 

There is a lotta hubbub about the value of a good routine to start the day.

What could be possible for you if you have the courage, audacity, openness to look in the mirror?