A creative life isn’t linear—it twists and turns, often in unexpected ways. But those pieces and experiences? They have a way of circling back, connecting in surprising and meaningful ways. In my twenties, I worked as a computer scientist for two Fortune 500 companies. Then, at 27, my life changed in an instant. I broke…
When you’re in a no-win situation—like being caught in the middle of a disagreement between your husband and daughter, or trying to balance conflicting demands from clients and your boss—it might feel like there’s no solution. But there actually is a way forward. You can shift into third space. Third space is a place we…
Metaphors are powerful tools for uncovering deeper truths about our lives. They show up everywhere—if we’re willing to notice them. Here are some simple ways to discover the metaphor that’s speaking to you: a. Spend time in nature (or a city park). Whatever stands out to you will be a metaphor. b. Notice the metaphors…
As a coach and educator, my work is to reveal the wisdom that lies in the spaces we can’t see. Creative breakthroughs happen when we perceive the wisdom that lies outside of our ordinary ways of looking. In Gestalt psychology, there is a concept called ‘figure’ and ‘ground.’ Westerners tend to see figure and have…
Sometimes we need to be smaller in the world… so we can connect with ourselves in a deeper way. What does being smaller mean for you? Smaller may mean understanding that you can’t help everyone. It may mean giving yourself permission to do less, letting go of the pressure to solve every problem or meet…
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