“Doing the work” is a phrase I’ve heard tossed around a lot throughout my life.

It started when I was a kid. My mother — descended from matrilineal tea leaf readers and clairvoyants with prophetic dreams — held a deep belief in the power of healing and visualization. …

Please enjoy this article over a cup of freshly brewed coffee…

My disclaimer…

I have been in a professional relationship with coffee for the past 20 years.

It has got me through many hours of late-night study sessions, early morning commutes, and even the odd self-inflicted morning headache.

I drink…

Recently, I wrote this story. In it, I mentioned the benefits of taking a break from your habits.

I was wrong.

It hurts to admit failure, and I apologise for giving bad advice. Why? Because it’s easy to pause a habit but extremely hard to start it again.

Essentially you’re…

Many writers find book marketing overwhelming. Not uncommon, given that most writers don't have a marketing background. The writing part may come easy to us; however, connecting with readers and other publishing industry influencers can often feel awkward and uncomfortable, particularly when starting.

The 'cold call' approach is incredibly ineffective…

I’ve experienced some discomfort in my life.

I carried a heavy military radio up a steep hill in the blazing Texas heat. I gave birth to three children, one without an epidural. A summer road trip through the desert became uncomfortable when the air conditioner broke. And, I once ran…

Officially grit is “perseverance and passion for long-term goals.”

Implied in that is perseverance in the face of adversity. Otherwise what is there to persevere against?

So when I’m coaching for grit, I focus on what you do when you face adversity.

Practice grit with a cold shower.

Cold showers are a simple, accessible habit to…

When I started writing, it felt painful. I didn’t know how to write introductions and struggled to express my ideas. I thought my texts sounded trite (which they did), and I knew I was not as effective as I could be.

I almost stopped writing altogether.

Fast forward, and I’ve…

Monday Move

If you have stiff or sore wrists from using your computer or phone, you’re about to do a workout that involves push-ups or planks, you’re preparing for a yoga session, or you simply want to keep your joints limber — this move’s for you.

Clasped-hand wrist rolls