Just in time for the holidays I have a special treat for you! With lots on the go, most of us are rushing around to get things done. What better time to have self-care reminders! Allow me to introduce to you Barbara Erochina, an emotional wellness coach, writer and speaker based out of Toronto. She is behind a great self-care strategy Be With: Cards for Self-Care. Barbara lives by her belief that the best way to speed up is to slow down and has generously shared her thoughts, and a give-away of the cards below!

With gratitude to Barbara for her insights and the #bewithcards give away!

This fall I'm excited to be taking my work out of the office quite a bit! I am doing several workplace sessions as well as presenting multiple times with the University of Alberta's Executive Education. I am also looking forward to being part of the BLOOM Festival! Perhaps I'll see you at one of these events, or if you're interested, contact me about setting something up for your workplace or community group.

September sessions will take place in the new office space at:

Ritchie Professional Centre 9557 76 Ave

It has been a sobering time in Alberta with the wildfires causing upheaval to so many. Even if you have not been personally affected, it is hard to not feel emotional about a situation happening so close to home. Often, it feels like there is little that we can 'do' to make a situation like this better. It is important to remember, that who we are 'being' is also important, so ensure that you are also looking after yourself.

IRL?? In Real Life! Yes, I still think there is something to be said for face to face contact...

While I like to stay connected online, you may have caught me on CBC Edmonton giving my two-cents about the increase in anonymous confession sites. Don't get me wrong, I think it is great to let your emotions out, I'm just leery about who is moderating these types of things and the possibility of opening yourself up to hateful comments. I'd much rather we 'confess' to trusted individuals.