Cynthia's Blog
Ending This Year With Awe and Wonder
Ending This Year With Awe and Wonder The other night Carl and I went to dinner with two dear friends. Somewhere in our conversation Carl brought up his desire to continue to see the world in Awe and Wonder. He loves to photograph things that inspire awe within him....
Judgement Is A Hook!
Judgement Is A Hook! Well, here we are in November. This is the time when people in the United States are working on Thanksgiving plans. Over the years, I have traveled to see family during this time, hosted gatherings for people that did not have family close and...
Non-Attachment Does Not Mean Disengagement
Non-Attachment Does Not Mean Disengagement Last year my word for the year was non-attachment. It became my word because I was tired of being swept up in other people’s drama, world challenges, and family upheavals. I set an intention to move into a place of “high...
You Don’t Need Permission To Be Successful
You Don’t Need Permission To Be Successful I recently heard someone repeat the phrase, “you came pre-approved.” I have heard it many times but this time it really hit a cord within me. Many of my clients spend an inordinate amount of time wanting to be validated from...
Treasure Every Moment
Treasure Every Moment Most of us are clear that nothing is guaranteed and yet we become attached to people, places and things. My words for 2023 are non-attachment and presence. Many years ago, I had the honor of being in the presence of Barbara Mandrell. ...
BUILD, REBUILD, REFRESH: IT’S ALL UP TO YOU!
BUILD, REBUILD, REFRESH: IT’S ALL UP TO YOU! This is a powerful time on the planet. Things are moving at an accelerated pace; unexpected transitions are happening; and some people feel blindsided by personal and professional shifts. Many are trying to keep up while...
Do You Know How Fabulous You Are?
Do You Know How Fabulous You Are? This is my question for you this month. “Do You Know How Fabulous You Are? I’m not talking about how you look, what job you have, what success you have achieved, or how much money you have. When I say fabulous I mean the...
Honor The Moments of Fragility
Honor The Moments of Fragility As children, many of us think of ourselves as invincible. That is why we take big risks that can terrify our parents. The good thing about that is we get to explore and allow our curiosity to guide us. The unfortunate thing is that...
Growing Through What You Are Going Through
GROWING THROUGH WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH Last month was intense for me. Familial struggles, friends and family with health issues and me juggling a lot of balls. Today, I feel centered, but I had to work at staying calm and focused as things swirled around me. ...
Honoring Women and Their Gifts
Honoring Women and Their Gifts This is Women’s History Month. Today, I can honestly say that I am thrilled to be a woman. That was not always the case. When I was a kid, I thought being a girl was a curse. We got overpowered easily, our opinions weren’t respected,...
Are You A Courageous Adventurer?
Are You A Courageous Adventurer? I was at a dinner a few weeks ago with friends. Everyone at the table was sharing about how they had always been seekers. It really caught my attention because every single one of us talked about how different we felt as children. We...
The Time Is Now
The Time Is Now Growing up I remember saying many times, “As soon as I……..I will…….” I was always looking at the future from a fantasy that lived in my head. Don’t get me wrong. I am a dreamer and I love dreamers. The challenging part of my “as soon as I……” world...