I like guidance, and Lord knows I’m not afraid to ask for it. Behind-the-scenes of my creative business, I have an incredible husband, a crazy-supportive family unit, business mentors, a personal coach, a private, professional network, and a number of other creative partners and peers. I reach out to them often, and I treasure our […]
I recently watched a Real Housewives reunion, where one housewife nastily said to another housewife: “You’re an opportunist!” Bravo executive and reunion host, Andy Cohen practically jumped out of his seat. “What’s wrong with being an opportunist?” He asked to a roomful of screaming ladies. They ignored him and continued to scream at one another. […]
I’m nearing the Energy Shop’s *five* year anniversary and as I approach this landmark, I’m feeling proud and accomplished. However, while I enjoy the days that are full of success and recognition, there have also been challenging obstacles over the years that have threatened to break me. Luckily, I’ve learned how to gain better perspective, protected my dreams, […]
I have recently adjusted to a big change in life: I moved from Culpeper, VA to Wellington, New Zealand–the other side of the planet. Though my family of 6 is experienced at moving to new places around the world, there’s always a lot of differences to which we must process and adapt. And while we […]
Everything you want is just outside your comfort zone.–Robert Allen A friend of mine wants to earn more money. He’s tired of being broke, and absolutely sick of his unreliable and measly paychecks. He stresses over money so terribly that I avoid discussing the subject with him–I literally shiver off the bad energy he puts on anything that […]