ExecuChicks

08/14/2024

On my walk today I looked up and saw this tree's green leaves had made way for the red leaves, conserving energy and preparing for the dormant stage of winter. It seems too early since it's only mid-August. Sometimes we don't notice these changes until it's so big we can't ignore it, like a tree at the peak of fall foliage. But if you slow down and allow your eyes to see, you will notice the subtle changes with each magnificent day. Embrace the moments.

04/06/2024

As the Northeast was blanketed in unexpected late-spring snow, conversations buzzed about the thrill of hitting the slopes once more. Amidst the chatter, a friend passionately urged me to join him, but my mind was set on warmer destinations. Skiing, once a fervent obsession, had taken a backseat to dreams of sandy beaches and Italian adventures. Or so I thought.

His vivid descriptions transported me to the exhilarating peak of a ski trail, where the promise of speed and joy awaited. The imagery sparked memories of effortless turns. The rhythm of skis slicing through fresh powder, I was like a river cascading down a mountainside. In that moment, I began to think about the parallels between skiing and navigating life itself.

Like a steep ski slope, life presents moments of exhilaration and challenge. At times, we find ourselves standing at the precipice, gripped by fear and uncertainty. The inclination to lean backward, away from what scares us, becomes all too familiar. We recoil, off-balance and tense, making each turn stiff and difficult.

But what if we approached life's slopes with the same fearlessness we exhibit on the mountain? What if, instead of leaning away from our fears, we leaned into them, embracing the exhilaration of the unknown? Just as in skiing, leaning forward allows for smoother, more effortless turns, so, too, does facing our fears with courage and grace.

Recognizing when we're leaning backward in fear, when resistance holds us back, is the first step towards reclaiming joy and momentum in our lives. By choosing to confront our fears head-on, we open ourselves to a world of possibility and adventure. The journey may not always be easy, but the thrill of embracing life's slopes with enthusiasm far outweighs the exhaustion of resistance.

So, as the snow continues to fall and the slopes beckon with their siren song, perhaps it's time to reconsider. Maybe, just maybe, the opportunity to ski once again will present itself, and I'll find myself hurtling down the mountain with a resounding "Wheeeeee!"

If you resonate with this message or have your own thoughts to share, feel free to leave your comments or DM me to chat. After all, life's slopes are meant to be enjoyed together.

04/02/2024

Have you ever felt yourself tightening up your body when strong emotions come up, good or bad? Whether it's your adult child making decisions that you wouldn't choose or a past love interest reaching out to connect.

I went to my miracle-worker physical therapist, Andrea McMath, and as she was working on my body and I was recounting a recent experience, she lightheartedly joked that I held my fears in my left side of my pelvic wing, in front of my hip. She said, "It's like you have a little pocket there. And 'boop', you tuck your fears right in there."

We both had a good laugh. Can you imagine?

For the last year, I have been actively practicing noticing and letting go of emotions as they occur in the present moment. This leaves so much more room for love, joy, compassion, gratitude and laughter in my daily life. But notice I said 'practice'. Meaning, it's a journey and not perfect.

Now, as I have strong feelings, I hold that image of my little itty bitty jeans pocket in my mind's eye. I take a deep breath and as I exhale, I imagine myself turning it inside out...all the way to the fuzzy lint.

I ask you to take some time to think about this as you go about your day. Where are you holding your emotions? Feel free to leave comments below.

And as always, if you want some guidance, feel free to DM me to connect. Have a great week!

03/24/2024

Every breath is a gift. What a beautiful way to spend part of my day today...a walk in nature, with my dog, by a stream and catching up with a good friend.

03/23/2024

03/20/2024

When you see a tree, do you see a perfect creation? Or do you think, that tree would be great, if it just had a few more branches, or its leaves were a little bigger or smaller, or it should look younger (even if it’s 300 years old and has survived a few forest fires). No, the tree just is. And in so being, can take your breath away in the act of it just being.

I’m curious why you think you should judge yourself NOT perfect exactly as you are? What have you agreed to believe about yourself? Are you telling yourself lies that you believe? Are you abusing yourself (and others) with unkind words in your head? What masks or masks are you wearing so you can try to control what you think others may be thinking about you? It can get really twisted.

I overheard someone at the gym who received a compliment on her fitness respond with “Yeah, I see my waist, and then I don’t, and then I do, I keep going up and down in sizes.” And I so wished I could help her be aware of her thoughts and feelings of not being OK and help her to change that. How much more joy she would feel in witnessing the miracle of her body?

I’m here to tell you that when you start to understand that each and every one of us is born perfect and continue to be perfect in our creation, just the way we are meant to be. From the smallest one-celled organism to you and me. I am certain we weren’t gifted consciousness just to abuse ourselves in judgement. If you think you need to be unkind so you can achieve more in life, I think you may have missed the point of life.

If you are curious about how to shift your mindset to experience more joy and positivity every day, please DM me. Have a great day!

03/18/2024

Not sure who needs to read this today, but this is for you!

03/13/2024

"And it's a great day to be alive
I know the sun's still shining
When I close my eyes
There's some hard times in the neighborhood
But why can't every day be just this good
Ah, yeah" Song by TravisTritt

03/11/2024

03/06/2024

Often times this saying is attributed to the Bible. However, it's paraphrased from Saint Francis de Sales. No matter, what does this mean to you?
Have a great day!