Some of the toughest decisions I have made in my life especially over the past few years have been very clear to me on how I should proceed even if challenging. But the one I am wrestling with right now does not stem from a difficult circumstance or solve a particular problem that is hurting ... Read More about Making Decisions
Boundaries
Many years ago I had to set some boundaries for myself to protect my emotions. It was one of the hardest things I had to do because those boundaries severely limited contact with my dad. This week I received word that he has passed away and immediately the guilt of protecting myself ... Read More about Boundaries
Who does she think she is?
"Who does she think she is?" I cannot tell you how many times a day this question creeps into my head. When you are programmed with the framework of judgement, it is very hard to live as if you are meant to do and take on whatever you want. Now, I am not writing this with the intent of ... Read More about Who does she think she is?
Simplify to Amplify
This Starbucks cup sealed the deal with something I had been contemplating recently. My legal birth name is Rachelle but I have been called Shelley my entire life. This is probably a good thing because whenever I need to use my legal name, it is a complete pain!! No one ever gets it right, both ... Read More about Simplify to Amplify
Good bye Zoe
I just had to do one of the hardest things I have ever had to do! My sweet but sassy Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier got to the point where her 15 years were really catching up with her. She was losing her sight, became very hard of hearing, showed many signs of dementia and could no longer make it ... Read More about Good bye Zoe