So here I am, at the age of 48, beginning again, again. I didn’t think I would be here at this age. It’s daunting and overwhelming and causes anxiety. Doubt and insecurity show up with their big ole soap box that they like to stand on and shout about everything that could go wrong. “A woman your age?! Getting hired in tech?! What were you thinking?! You will never get hired! Haven’t you heard about ageism?!” And they are loud and it’s hard to not listen.
Read MoreMy original plan was to travel through Southeast Asia, make a stop in Bali and surf for a couple of weeks. But only after a short time on this beautiful island, I instantly fell in love with this place and dropped everything for the opportunity to live here long term.
And I’m not the only one. In part two of my interview with my good friend and entrepreneur, Louie Roupoli III, you’ll find out why Bali is so captivating and alluring. During his visit in 2017, he changed his plans of traveling the world and started a business only after a few short days of being here.
Read MoreWhat are your passions? What if you could make a career out of every single one of them?
Some would say that’s just fantasy.
But for my friend Louie, it’s real life.
Louie Roupoli III is the owner of Rise and Shine cafe here in Bali. He’s one of my best friends and an inspiration to many. A self proclaimed California kid, he grew up surfing and skateboarding in Long Beach and eventually traveled to over 30 countries before the age of 30.
Read MoreOne of the top things that I get asked is “How did you move from San Francisco to Bali?”
My short answer: I packed my bags, flew out here and never left.
What I think most people mean is “How did you make such a huge shift in your life, career and physical environment? Outside of your comfort zone and away from everything and everyone you’ve ever known?”
In this video, I share the top reasons why we choose to stay stagnant and three tips that might be helpful if you’re considering making a significant life change too.
We’re all irrational human beings. Who hasn’t set their alarm clock for an ungodly hour, believing they’ll wake up like a spring chicken the next morning to seize the day, only to press the snooze button way too many times?
I know I have.
Do you ever find yourself scrolling through social media, organizing your closet, pulling weeds in your garden or doing anything else you can to distract yourself from the very thing you need to be doing?
Why in the world do we procrastinate, even when we know that avoiding our priorities will bring us more dissatisfaction in the future?
Read MoreWhen we communicate clearly, we have the ability to fully understand each other. We build a bridge where compassion, love and support can flow freely.
When we fail to communicate, we’re prone to misinterpret information. On a large scale, these misunderstandings have the power to start wars.
Unfortunately, effective communication isn’t a skill that was part of our general education. We’ve learned how to communicate better through conflict, heartbreak, embarrassment and failure - which isn’t always a bad thing.
Read MoreConfident people are compelling. From the smooth ways they move and talk to the calm sense of certainty they exude at all times - it just looks like they have it all together.
It can be challenging to be confident in ourselves, especially when we’re doing something tough for the first time. In this article, I’ll share with you what self confidence is, the benefits of having it and nine simple ways to boost your self confidence.
Read MoreEach of us have experienced defining moments in our lives. These can take place over a long period of time or they can happen in a split second. Either way, reflecting on these events can reveal hidden information about ourselves that can offer positive benefits for years to come.
In this article, I’ll share with you a life changing moment that lasted only a few seconds and how it still impacts my life by bringing insight, clarity and motivation to help me reach my biggest goals.
Read MoreIt was the summer of 2010 in Tulum, Mexico. The white sand beach was completely empty. The ocean water was a bright turquoise, calmly caressing the shore with it’s gentle waves. I look over at my lover and feel confused, anxious...but happy. I think?
He was everything I was convinced my dream guy was: handsome, athletic, great smile, amazing apartment and he worked for himself. A modern day Disney prince.
The only problem was, I shared him with another woman.
Read MoreToday a woman changed my life in a small, yet impactful way. I was walking on the beach this morning and there she was, dancing full out in her string bikini and over-the-ear headphones. There wasn’t a shy bone in her body and she gave zero f*cks about anyone watching.
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