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Freeing All Children, Inside & Out
As a high performer a few years ago, I would have never imagined taking time off in the middle of the week! I used to stress over not having Wi-Fi and missing a client’s call or an email, but all those buffers, caused me to miss the small stuff (OK, well, the beautiful scenery isn't small stuff, but you get the idea). This experience reminded me of the importance of being present in the NOW.
Traveling with More Ease
Have you been traveling more since the pandemic and finding it more stressful than usual? If so, you are not alone. So many of my clients and I have been getting back on planes, trains, and automobiles and finding it the ultimate act of surrender.
Big Moves - Big Feelings
I have come to realize as a coach that the bigger goal someone has, the bigger the negative feelings that he, she, they has to interact with.
Taking risks and sea otters
Most of my life I played it safe. I didn’t raise my hand in class as a kid unless I knew for sure I knew the answer so I wouldn’t get embarrassed if I was wrong. I only tried out for sports and activities that I was somewhat good at, I only socialized with people that I was already comfortable around.
Wallowing
A client asked me this week, how do I determine whether I am wallowing in a negative emotion versus feeling it fully?
Meet the Author
Melanie Shmois, LISW-S, is a licensed therapist and multi-certified coach working with high-achievers who've built real success on the outside and want the same strength on the inside. As founder of Mind Your Strength Coaching, she helps driven professionals close the gap between performance and fulfillment, with the same precision they'd expect from any high-level advisor.