Gretchen Haist Strategy + Leadership

30/03/2026

Loved getting to lead a mindfulness workshop last week at Studio Bloom ! Grateful for the curiosity and engagement of this group. 💗

22/03/2026

Spring! Shedding the old to make room for the new. A perfect start to a new season with my favorite people. 🌱✨

14/03/2026

❄️ If the weather lately has you feeling a little scattered or out of season, you aren't alone. Our minds often mirror the whirlwind outside—especially when we are navigating big life transitions like retirement, an empty nest, or a shifting health journey.

Join our instructor, Gretchen, on Thursday, March 26th at 6:30pm for Mindfulness for Longevity & Vitality. 🧠💪

Gretchen brings her background from the Mindfulness & Health Institute to show us:

✨ How to find your "anchor" when life (and the weather) feels unpredictable.

✨ The science of how a calm mind supports physical health and strength.

✨ Simple "Micro-Practices" you can use in 30 seconds or less.

Don't let the whirlwind win! Let’s build the mental agility to match your physical strength.

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to save your seat!

05/02/2026

🌱I started working with the owner of (a dear friend!) a few years ago on a single, small project. Since then, our work together has evolved into something I’m incredibly proud of: partnering to create and implement the full strategic vision for her growing practice.

It’s been a journey of moving from getting things done to dreaming big. I'm excited for what the year holds for Bloom and look forward to seeing how I can help make the dream a reality! ✨

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Our staff and clinicians came together to start the new year with intention, reflection, and connection. 💛

We opened our meeting with a simple but meaningful question: What lights you up? At Bloom, we believe our best work happens when we’re aligned with our strengths and passions... not when we’re chasing perfection.

We asked our Bloom team members to reflect on what our values are and what excellence looks like in action. Throughout this quarter, we’ll be sharing their voices and perspectives as part of our Q1 theme. ✨

To kick us off, here’s what our Business Manager, Gretchen Haist, shared:
"To me, excellence looks a lot like listening. ☕ Whether it’s over coffee or in a meeting, taking the time to truly connect is the foundation of my work at Bloom. While much of my role happens behind the scenes, I believe that bringing my best self to my relationships with the team is where the real value lies. I’m so grateful to work alongside such amazing individuals who do so much to support our clients."

We’re excited to continue growing together, supporting one another, and serving our community in ways that reflect what matters most. 💫

05/02/2026

I started working with the owner of Bloom Psychology (a dear friend!) a few years ago on a single, small project. Since then, our work together has evolved into something I’m incredibly proud of: partnering to create and implement the full strategic vision for her growing practice.

​It’s been a journey of moving from getting things done to dreaming big. I'm excited for what the year holds for Bloom and look forward to seeing how I can help make the dream a reality!

Our staff and clinicians came together to start the new year with intention, reflection, and connection. 💛

We opened our meeting with a simple but meaningful question: What lights you up? At Bloom, we believe our best work happens when we’re aligned with our strengths and passions... not when we’re chasing perfection.

We asked our Bloom team members to reflect on what our values are and what excellence looks like in action. Throughout this quarter, we’ll be sharing their voices and perspectives as part of our Q1 theme. ✨

To kick us off, here’s what our Business Manager, Gretchen Haist, shared:
"To me, excellence looks a lot like listening. ☕ Whether it’s over coffee or in a meeting, taking the time to truly connect is the foundation of my work at Bloom. While much of my role happens behind the scenes, I believe that bringing my best self to my relationships with the team is where the real value lies. I’m so grateful to work alongside such amazing individuals who do so much to support our clients."

We’re excited to continue growing together, supporting one another, and serving our community in ways that reflect what matters most. 💫

04/01/2026

Ever feel like your body is exhausted, but your mind is still running a marathon? 🏁 To see the best results from your strength training, you need deep, restorative sleep.

I’m Gretchen, and I’m so excited to bring The Deep Sleep & Recovery Toolkit to Studio Bloom along with ! This 5-week series is designed to help you:
✨ Quiet a racing mind with science-backed mindfulness.
✨ Release deep physical tension (hello, happy hips and neck!).
✨ BONUS: Take the practice home with you! Every participant gets weekly audio recordings to listen to in bed for a better night's rest. 🎧🌙

🗓️ Tuesdays at 5pm + Friday at 11am | Starting Jan 6th
🔗 Link in bio to grab your toolkit!

01/01/2026

🧘‍♀️ Ready to build a meditation practice that lasts?

Join me for a practical, 90-minute deep dive into the essentials of mindfulness. Perfect for beginners or those looking to restart a stalled practice. We will cover the mechanics of awareness, troubleshooting common obstacles, and setting up a routine that works for you.

I'm excited to be offering this workshop virtually on Zoom through my beloved yoga family at Fire & Flow Yoga in Carmel, Indiana. Join us from anywhere you are in the world- all are welcome in this space.

This is Part 1 of a new series—a Level 2 Immersion will be announced later this year!

📆 Saturday, January 17th
⏰ 1:00pm ET / 10:00am PT
🔗 Sign up here: https://momence.com/l/jJhPwaVA

30/12/2025

If stress and tension are keeping you awake, you’re missing out on your full potential.

​Join me and Deneen Bowen for The Deep Sleep & Recovery Toolkit, a 5-week series designed to help you systematically release the physical "grip" of a busy week and train your nervous system to drift into deep, restorative sleep.

​What to expect:
​🎯 Weekly physical focus (from tight hips to tech-neck)
​🧘 Science-backed mindfulness tools to quiet a racing mind
​🎧 Take-home recordings to build your own nightly sleep ritual

​This series is open to all genders—whether you’re a long-time member or new to the studio. Let’s make your recovery as powerful as your workout.

​🗓️ Tuesdays at 5pm & Fridays at 11am | Starting Jan 6th
📍 Studio Bloom, Downtown Kirkland
🔗 Link in bio to grab your spot!

​ StudioBloom DeepSleep

17/12/2025

Excited to share that I'll be joining the Be Kind 5 Team! This is a great organization based in my new home state of Washington, and I'm looking forward to supporting their mission to empower individuals and communities to make positive change through kindness. 💗

Meet Gretchen Haist, our new Mindfulness Coach & Advisor!

Gretchen is passionate about helping us weave kindness into everyday life through mindfulness and self-compassion.

The holidays can be joyful—and complicated. Mindfulness reminds us it’s okay to hold both joy and stress at the same time. By noticing without judgment, we create space for kindness toward ourselves.

✨ Gretchen’s blog shares 3 quick tools for a calmer, kinder season:
✔ The Mindful Pause (STOP)
✔ Self-Compassion Hand Hug
✔ Mindful Hot Chocolate

Your kindest act this season? Try one tool and give yourself the gift of presence. 💛

Read more on the Be Kind 5 blog by clicking below❣️

https://www.bekind5.org/new-blog-1/mindful-moments-your-guide-to-a-kinder-gentler-season

05/12/2025

Thrilled to see the success of Bloom Psychology Services' first Virtual Office Hours!

One of the most rewarding parts of my work is partnering with clients (and friends!) to take a vision from a fleeting thought to a tangible, successful reality. When we first discussed this event, it was just a concept. As the practice owner kindly put it, my role is often taking a "partially formed idea" and creating a "beautiful work product" to support it.

Working with Bloom has been an incredible journey—watching them grow from a team of 3 to a thriving practice of 14 has been a privilege. I love that my work allows business owners to "dream big" without getting overwhelmed by the logistics of ex*****on.

Congratulations to the whole Bloom team on a fantastic event!

14/11/2025

🍂 If the days leading up to Thanksgiving feel a little chaotic — travel, family, mixed emotions — you’re not alone. I’m offering a 30-minute guided meditation to help us slow down and reconnect with gratitude. I’d love for you to join me.

📅 Sunday, November 23rd
⏰ 9:00pm ET | 6:00pm PT
📍 On Zoom | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81875169346?pwd=wXyq3X4IZTw5exgupWuwHoEVSXArAa.1

All are welcome - no experience required.

Drop a 👋🏼 in the comments and I'll send you a reminder!