We need the conviction that there is a better world beyond the horizon, especially in these times of great change during the pandemic. Day-to-day we can contribute to a better world through some simple practices. Make these a regular thing and not only will you...
I believe the times we’re in are heralding a shift for humanity from a world paradigm of fear, power and control which leads to exclusivity and tribalism (I’m special, you’re not) to a world paradigm of love, abundance, interdependence, and collaboration which leads...
I recently attended a song-writing workshop in Nashville with some music greats. As the workshop progressed, I realized how big the gap is between where my songwriting is now and where I’d like it to be. I began to think negatively about my age and skill level, and...
Spending time in nature has been a life-long blessing. As a child my father took me fly-fishing on clear streams in mountain meadows, and I rode horseback into the wilderness near our summer cabin. Growing up, I hiked Mt. Tam, walked on the local beaches, and went...
Just because I coach, train and empower others, doesn’t mean I don’t struggle at times too. When I’m looking into the gap between where I am and where I want to be in a part of my life, I feel discouraged and can even drop into an “I’m failing” mindset. When I’m...
I recently went to California to visit family for the first time since the pandemic started. It was so liberating and meaningful to spend the Easter weekend with them. We had a picnic in a park, under the trees. In the delight and relief of being together, we...
It’s Spring, a time of healing and restoration, a time of new growth and promise. The snow is melting here in Sun Valley. I went for a walk and reveled in the warm sun on my back. I can see crocus and tulips are beginning to pop up. As I look out into the world, I...
Set yourself up for success With These 5 Pillars Whether you’re grieving the loss of your career due to the pandemic or you want to take the reins and start a new chapter in your life, you might be thinking you need to wait until life returns to normal before...
Is it time to upgrade your Internal Guidance System (IGS) and live from the inside out? A creative hobby I love, is singing and songwriting, and the pandemic has impacted performing in the community. During the summer I performed at some local outdoor venues where I...
I’ve been staying strong this year, feeling grateful for my life and yet the other day I reached an emotional tipping point. I went out and cried while I walked around the neighborhood. I cried for a coming Christmas separated from my family, for all those who have...
Writing this blog on the other side of our election in the United States, I can tell you at times over this past year I’ve experienced mind and body numbing disbelief at the state things. When I haven’t been numb, I’ve had moments of being anxious, afraid and just...
As I look around at our society and the news it seems the level of chaos and change is intensifying – the fires in the west, civil unrest, the political divide and the pandemic. I’m finding, to manage anxiety, reactivity and despair, it’s more important than ever to...
Several years ago, I traveled to Beijing on a work assignment and while I was there, heard the Chinese saying, “You must slow down so your future can catch up to you”. That’s such a different perspective from how I have experienced our doing, doing, doing American...
“Our legacy is what we live – not what we leave.” – Lynne Twist These are extraordinary times of change, loss and transformation. All of us are needed on deck, especially those of us who are successful and well resourced with networks, talents, wisdom,...
By Caroline Hall The Two Ps of People and Pleasure–in Your Next Chapter My friend Gayle Winegar is generous and creative in spirit, imagination, and love. To celebrate her 66th birthday, she invited besties from around the world to convene in Ikaria, Greece, for...
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