I’m a running coach, but I swear 75% of my time is spent playing Psychotherapist with my clients. Not surprising I guess, since running is SO mental. I’m not complaining, human nature fascinates me. Comparison is rampant…and toxic. Let’s talk about how to overcome the comparison trap. Too often I hear stuff like this: How [Read More]
Modeling Positivity
It’s been a loooong, dark, polar vortexular winter and it’s not even close to over. This week I feel like I’m plowing through each day just to inch closer to spring. One of my kiddos lately has been oozing gloom and doom, to the point that I fear it’s becoming her trademark. It’s a tough winter [Read More]
Happy New Year!
Before we all step off into business-as-usual 2012, I want to thank all of you who stop by here regularly to cheer me on, kick me in the ass, share advice, experiences and everything else. I’ve enjoyed your friendship, (real life and cyber) and it’s been an honor to celebrate your triumphs, encourage you as [Read More]
Twists and Turns in Perspective
google images The day before my stress test last week, the girl chicks and I were heading home from Super Target where we did an apres-blizzard stock-up. The roads were still treacherous. Visibility was poor because we were virtually tunneling thru the mounds of snow that were piled up. The kids argued amongst themselves (as [Read More]
This One’s For You
Of course I’m thankful for so many things. Although it was a challenging year running-wise, I am so grateful for the adventures and opportunities I had, disappointing races and all. The gift of running and the health benefits that come along with it are not something I take for granted. I wanted to give a [Read More]