What if everything you thought you knew about relationships was backwards? In this episode, we explore a powerful reframe: a relationship isn't something that exists between two people—it's the culmination of thoughts you have about another per...

Today I start with an exercise to help you learn what you are good at and what you might not be good at. I discuss how we come up with these lists and what these lists really mean. I also discuss how the people around us influence our thoughts ...

 What if five simple thoughts could transform the way you experience life? In this podcast, I share five principles that have shaped my perspective and brought more peace, joy, and clarity into my daily life: G...

Today's episode is based off the 2025 October General Conference talk by Elder Gong titled, "No One Sits Alone." In order to be someone who can reach out to others who are lonely, those who are new, those who are different, we need confidence. ...

Do you carry regret about things from your past? Does it feel heavy, painful, like something you just have to live with? In this episode, I explore a powerful idea: regret is always a choice.We'll talk about what regret actually is, why ...

Fresh off a two-week adventure in Switzerland, today I reflect on the beautiful paradox of life's 50-50 nature. From breathtaking mountain gondola rides and picturesque countryside drives to flight delays, jet lag struggles, and worrying about ...

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to match someone else’s energy—especially when that energy is negative? Whether it’s snapping back at your toddler, yelling at your teenager when they act poorly, or getting frustrated with your hus...

Today I talked about emotions and how they fuel every action that we take. It makes sense why we do the things we do when we notice the emotions we are feeling. Sometimes we can generate positive emotions to help us accomplish the things we wan...

Today I talked about thoughts we have about motherhood. I mentioned a friend telling me "I am extremely disappointed in myself," when discussing motherhood. I talked about how this thought is painful and not serving her well. It leads her to ta...

When your teenager breaks a rule or disobeys, what's your first instinct? If you're like most parents, it's probably frustration, anger, or feeling disrespected. But what if that initial reaction is actually making things worse?In this e...

In this episode I talk about life's biggest challenges and the growth that comes from facing them head-on. Inspired by coach Monty Williams' powerful insight that "everything you want is on the other side of hard," this podcast explores both th...

Do you ever catch yourself thinking "I'm the only one who does dishes around here" or "I never get any help with the kids"? If these thoughts sound familiar, you're not alone – and more importantly, you're not stuck with them.In this epi...

Today I talked about taking the credit or the blame for our children's actions. I also discussed how are relationship with our children has so much to do with the thoughts we have about them. Sometimes reframing the way we look at their behavio...

In the episode, I discuss relationships and where they always begin. I give several examples of using the model to help us understand how our thoughts affect every relationship we have. I talk about how important our relationships are to our qu...

What if patience isn't about willpower, but about the thoughts we choose? In this episode, we explore how truly patient people have learned to think differently about difficult situations - from sleepness nights with babies to frustration while...

Even when on vacation, I was reminded of the concept that life is 50/50. We can get discouraged by that, or understand that it is actually a beautiful part of life. We get to experience the full spectrum of emotions and that creates the best li...

Ever catch yourself suffering through disasters that haven't even happened yet? You're not alone. In this episode, we explore the phenomenon of "pre-paining" - that human tendency to experience real emotional distress over imaginary future even...

What if the key to better relationships isn't changing other people, but changing how we see them? Discover the powerful question that can transform your most challenging relationships and help you find connection even in conflict.

In this episode of we explore the profound nature of joy and its unexpected relationship with life's hardest moments. What's the difference between happiness and joy? How do our deepest struggles create capacity for our greatest moments of cele...

That flash of anger when no one notices your clean house. The tears that surprise you when your husband asks "What's for dinner?" while you're sick in bed. The unexplained irritation during family vacations that should be enjoyable. What if the...

Is Mother's Day a source of joy or disappointment for you? In this episode, we explore the emotional complexities many mothers face during this celebrated Sunday in May. Drawing from 18+ years of motherhood experience, I offer practical stra...

In this thought-provoking episode, I explore how our awareness of mortality can transform the way we live. Drawing inspiration from Michael Singer's "The Untethered Soul," I ask the question: What if today were your last day on earth? How would...

What should we do when our children lie? In this thoughtful episode, I share a personal story from my junior high softball days that taught me an important lesson about shame, fear, and honesty. Drawing from a recent Instagram discussion about ...

In this episode, I share my recent experience pushing outside my comfort zone by traveling solo to a life coaching conference - from waking up at 3 AM to navigating California traffic and even getting coached in front of others! I then dive int...

In this episode, I share my personal journey of choosing discomfort as a pathway to growth. Learn how I challenged myself to present to a coaching group despite self-doubt, and discover the powerful combination of hope and gratitude that helped...