How to shift from anger to compassion, when someone purposefully destroys your garden or something else you care about? When I was in grade 8, I took part in a gardening school project and was very excited about my first little vegetable garden. Every day I went to check, water and weed my little patch. It was pure joy seeing the little plants grow. One day I arrived at [...]
Today is the fall equinox, the day of perfect balance of darkness and light. On this symbolically balanced day, I invite you to join me in taking any new step towards your healthy life balance. Think about one small step you could embrace today and then, most importantly take it. I have committed to an evening Mini-Retreat that I will do everyday starting today until the spring equinox (March 20). This [...]
We Canadians are known for being nice. One of my life coaching clients found herself in a situation where her usual way of being nice and doing things she thought were expected of her left her with a bitter taste of resentment. To her, being a good friend, colleague and relative meant being nice and doing what was expected of her at all times. However, it dawned on her that her [...]
Feeling overwhelmed seems to be a constant in most people’s lives today. Too much work, endless to-do lists, too many demands, too many bills to pay, too much! This may lead to feeling helpless and unable to do anything. When faced with the challenge of too much, we often think that we have to take big steps according to the magnitude of how overwhelmed we feel. It may seem counter-intuitive; however, [...]
Why is the image of Mona Lisa so famous? I believe it is because of her natural smile. We feel drawn to her, because she seems to be alive. The way Leonardo Da Vinci captured her smile speaks to his genius. It is not the big clown grin that seems to draw us in, it is the subtle, content smile that makes us want to look at a person. It makes [...]
I recently met Joel who created an initiative called "bring your own bike" BYOB. He is going to bike through Malawi, Central Africa to raise funds, interest, and to get bikes to the Taulo Project. BYOBike’s initiative is to establish locally run bicycle tours out of the Taulo Region as a sustainable income generating activity. The bike Joel will bring for his pilot tour will be left there for local use. [...]
Whenever I give my time or money towards initiatives in which I believe and want to support, I feel empowered. My contribution matters. I can make a difference. I also feel connected to a larger movement of positive change in the world. Through giving my time, my talent or my money, I am contributing to a web of positive connections. I want to share my contributions with you, so that you [...]
It has been an a-May-zing May so far! It began with election day in Canada on May 2nd. We witnessed Green Party leader, Elizabeth May, become the first elected Green Party Member of Parliament in Canada. Her leadership and presence are truly inspiring. This historical moment is an excellent reminder that positive change is possible, even when the odds seem stacked against us. […]
Do you feel overwhelmed by your never-ending to do lists? You are not alone! These lists evoke negative emotions in most people. They seem like silent reminders showing us just how far “behind” we are and how impossible it is to ever catch up. It doesn’t have to be like this. There is another way to work with your to do lists that is much more fun and energizing and will [...]
This Easter weekend I spent some time gardening. It was a beautiful sunny day and so warm that I was comfortable in my T-shirt, jeans and bare feet. What a treat! I was in the midst of pulling weeds when I discovered to my great surprise a few sugar peas that were barely two inches tall. I had stuck the seeds into the ground about a month ago and after two [...]
