A Coaching Perspective on Self-Acceptance & Inner Balance “The best and safest thing is to keep a balance in your life, acknowledge the great powers around us and in us. If you can do that, and live that way, you are really a wise man.” — Euripides In today’s politically charged and emotionally saturated environment, balance is no longer a luxury—it is a leadership competency . As leaders, professionals, and change agents, we are constantly navigating external pressure, com

January 7, 2026 | Authenticity is sexy... “Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and to be that perfectly.” — St. Francis de Sales From a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) perspective, authenticity isn’t a soft skill—it’s a leadership competency, a personal brand strategy, and a resilience practice, especially in a politically charged climate and during the residual stress the holiday season often leaves behind. Before you read on, pause with me for a moment: Ta

Monday Madness: Going the Extra Mile or the Bare Minimum? Inspired by Iyanla Vanzant’s “Until Today: Daily Devotions for Spiritual Growth and Peace of Mind” “The greatest service I can offer is being the best of who I am.” As leaders, professionals, and human beings navigating a chaotic world, this truth hits differently on a Monday. The pressure to produce, perform, and power through can overshadow our deeper commitment to authenticity, self-alignment, and purposeful leaders

Wednesday’s Wisdom: The Power of Emotional Intelligence in a Technological World “As more and more artificial intelligence is entering into the world, more and more emotional intelligence must enter into leadership.”— Amit Ray, Mindfulness Meditation for Corporate Leadership In today’s era of digital transformation, emotional intelligence (EQ) is no longer optional—it’s essential. While technology continues to advance, it’s our ability to connect , empathize , and self-regul

Freedom Friday: Owning Your Power “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.” — Marianne Williamson Good Morning, Leaders and Changemakers — Take a moment. Breathe in deeply… Exhale slowly… Now, read that quote again. What stirs in you when you read those words? Where in your leadership or life might you still be playing small? As a coach, I often remind clients that power isn’t about dominance — it’s about alignm

Wednesday’s Wisdom: The Power of Restorative Courage “By not standing firm and by not exercising tough love, we often cause the figurative ‘death’ of others and sometimes ourselves, our goals, our destiny.” — Deborah Smith Pegues Leaders, Let’s pause for a moment of honest reflection… Who in your environment do you find yourself intentionally avoiding? What crucial conversation have you postponed because it feels “too uncomfortable” or “too risky”? What might be possible if y

"The enemy of the ‘best ’ is often the ‘ good .’” — Stephen Covey Leaders and changemakers, How often do we find ourselves saying yes to...

Monday Madness | Leadership Reflection “Speak what you seek until you see what you’ve said.” As leaders, innovators, and influencers, our...

Tuesday’s Talk: Leadership Truths & Inner Alignment “We have rejected our own culture and traditions, yet without investigation we accept...

"Save the excuses. It’s not about having the time; it’s about making the time. If it matters, you will make the time." – Author Unknown...