The human tendency is to do avoid hard things. However, there is often great rewards once you get through the hard thing. You can email us at the [email protected]

When your mind is imaging the worst; remember it is probably not as bad as you think it is. Once you start, and make a plan it may feel more manageable. You can email us at [email protected]

When feeling overwhelmed you can sometimes make a choice that will help you feel peaceful. In one situation it may mean jumping in with both feet and in another it may mean slowing down and stepping back. You can email us at the [email protected]

Many of us fantasize about an empty inbox. But that may mean that no one is reaching out to us and we are not engaged in life. Your inbox means you are actively involved in life and that is a good thing. You can email us at [email protected]

When we recognize an achievement the feel good hormone dopamine is released. If we give ourselves a "good job" when we achieve small, second steps we can break the discouraging feeling that work never ends. You can email us at [email protected]

Often the next step is hard. It may mean getting back on the bike after you fall off. It is scary to get back on, but avoiding it will only make it harder in the long run. You can email us at [email protected]

In this podcast we discuss trying to remember to look up and notice what we can be grateful for. You can email me at the [email protected]

Sometimes we tell ourselves defeatest stories. We believe that a situation is hopeless or we will never succeed. We need to challenge beliefs that leave us feeling hopeless. Friends and families can support loved one's by understanding, validating the pain people are in, but also holding hope that things can get better. We would love to hear from you at [email protected]

Sometimes puzzles are frustrating; pieces don't fit the way we think they should and it is hard to believe it will work out. But we keep trying because we can see the picture on the box and know it will somehow work come together. Life can be a bit the same, but when we trust that things will work out and accept the challenges it is a bit easier. You can email us at [email protected]

It is so important to cultivate friendships in which you feel emotionally safe. Although we are often use to being self-reliant, leaning on "our people" makes our load a little easier to carry. We would love to hear your stories at [email protected]

When creating a project there is usually an idea, planning and implementation stage. We always want to make sure we get to the implementation stage. you can email us at [email protected]

Sometimes we need to ask for help from others who have a different skill set. When we work together, leave our ego's behind synergy can lead to a great outcome. We would love to hear your stories at [email protected]

This episodes discusses setting boundaries and accepting the boundaries that others set. You can email us at [email protected]

We interviewed Kevin Petersen who is an expert in addiction and helping family's set the loving boundaries needed to help their addicted loved one. Please email us at [email protected]

Getting caught in the business of life and work you can forget to notice what you have accomplished. A second step is to give yourself credit for what you have completed. You can email us at [email protected]

Sometimes we can feel paralyzed when making decisions; There are so many things to consider. A second step can be to focus on your values which can guide you to a decision. You can email us with your story at [email protected]

This podcast discusses the importance of accepting other people as they are and how this can help you and the other person.

Rachel is starting the new year with plans to finish things. We discuss how to start with small projects you can complete and feel good about. You can email us at [email protected]

It can be hard to understand other people at times, and this often leads to condemning them. If we take the take to try to listen to their perspective we may be able to understand them even if we still disagree.

It is easy to put things off and wait for the "right" time, but sometimes you just have to make the time and do it anyways, You can email us at [email protected]

JOMO. Sometimes there is Joy in missing out because it means we really need some time to slow down and decompress. A great second step is to check in with yourself and determine if this is a time you need to say no or a time you need to say yes. You can email us at [email protected]

In this episode we discuss the making of the Panama Cannel and how so many people came together to accomplish this great feat and many died as well. The second steps of working with others to achieve goals and appreciating those who sacrificed for a cause are highlighted.

Sometimes what seems like the best business or financial decision is in conflict with your values. The second step is to listen to your conscience and choose faith over fear. You can reach us at [email protected]

This episodes discusses the second steps of how to say no and set expectations with love. You can email us at [email protected]