Since graduating from New Ventures West Integral Coaching Program over five years ago, I've come to understand and embrace the importance of lifelong education in my journey as a coach. Most recently, I completed level one of the Power of Metaphor coach training and I'm thrilled to share that it has already changed and enriched the way I coach!

Yesterday February 18th marked thirty-four years since my father passed away from an enlarged heart. I was 18 years old. I often remember thinking I wasn't going to make it out of the darkness and sadness that gripped me often. Looking back, I realize now, I didn't handle that grief in the healthiest of ways. There was a lot of partying, unhealthy relationships and pushing down of emotions. But somehow I got through it.

If the road ahead looks challenging this week, remember that rough routes can help illuminate our true life's path. Ask yourself what's weighing you down. Can you leave it by the roadside? Who are your favorite hiking partners that you can always trust to help make the trek a little easier? Together, let's find our footing and forge ahead.

This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Maureen Wiley Clough for her new podcast, It Gets Late Early, all about aging in the tech world. I can't wait for you to hear our chat when the podcast launches! We had such a juicy conversation about her body of work and why this issue is so important to bring to light. Did you know that 60% of workers age 45 or older have seen or experienced age discrimination in the workplace?

Are you curious about meditation? Do you want to learn more about it? Davidji, along with many others, offers free meditations on the Insight Timer app. I can't recommend them enough! I hope to see you there, "from the sweet spot of the Universe" as Davidji always signs off with.

Have you ever set New Year’s resolutions that often don’t last beyond January? I know I have in the past. Today, I go beyond simply setting a few resolutions and goals that I quickly forget about. I have a workbook that I use each year and have even designed a powerful retreat around it.