Blog: Well-being
2023 Q4 Goal Check-in
In 2023, I decided to share and report back on my goals for each quarter (see here for Q1 and Q2 and Q3) In this fourth quarter, I had less goals--which reflected a broader theme of easing off on myself and going at a gentler pace. Below is a list of my Quarter 4...
2023 Q3 Goal Check-in
At the beginning of each quarter in 2023, I've created a list of wishes and goals. Then, 3 months later, I've reported back on my blog (see here for Q1 and Q2). Below is a list of my Quarter 3 (July, August, September) wishes, intentions, and goals and a brief summary...
2023 Q2 Goal Check-in
In early April, I created a list of goals for the second quarter (Q2) of 2023. I enjoyed making that list and then revisiting it regularly during Q2. Most fun, of course, was implementing the items on the list. Here's how things went: Did it Have fun with my family...
My list of 23 for 2023 (Q2)
I really enjoyed creating and having a list of enticing activities and wishes for Q1 so I've created a list of 23 for 2023 for Q2. As with last time, I included items that make me happy, but still require "effort" (in a good way) and intentionality to carry through....
2023 Q1 Goal Check-in
In late January, I created a list of goals for the first quarter of 2023. I had a lot of fun making the list. Below, I report back on how things went! 2023 Q1 Goal Check-in Did it 1. Dressed in bright colours more often 4. Led a hike for one of the hiking clubs I...
A gratitude letter for George Cotton, voice teacher, mentor
A gratitude letter expresses our appreciation for someone who has touched us and to whom we haven't fully expressed our thanks. It can be to a parent, sibling, friend, a boss--anyone. Ideally, the letter is shared out loud with the intended recipient. This is my...
My list of 23 for 2023 (Q1)
In December-January, I felt resistant to creating yearly goals for 2023. This surprised me, given how much I (normally) enjoy setting, tracking, and evaluating my goals. However, I went with the flow this time and didn't craft any goals at that time. By early...
Self-awareness is not enough
Self-awareness is necessary for self-change. But, self-awareness isn’t enough. When it comes to making changes in our beliefs, habits, actions, it’s the application of learning (from the self-awareness) that leads to change. Perfectionists struggle with the...
How do I become my future self?
How often do you wonder about your future? If you're anything like me, probably a lot. Without using these exact words, when we think about the months and years ahead, the question you (and me) are asking is "How do I become my future self?" What is "Future Self"?...
How do I make a change?
How do I make a change? This is a central theme when I work with my coaching clients, and in my own life. So it's a question I think a lot about. The other day, I was reflecting on my process. Mostly I was having fun playing with ideas and words and the letters in my...
Having more fun in life
Having more fun in life has not been one of my priorities and throughout my teens and adulthood I've poured my energy into working and accomplishing. I've reaped benefits from this "work hard" behaviour (or habit?): approval, acceptance, and accolades. But I don't...
Do you feel like you never have enough time?
Do you feel like you have never enough time? You know, the day ends and your to-do list is longer than it was in the morning? Or, you go to bed thinking about all the things you didn't get done? Maybe you're even running through your to-do list when you intended to be...