This week I've had two conversations with colleagues about a phenomenon that I've been noticing with organizations with whom I've been connecting. That is the gap between learning about and the application of… I have had more than a few conversations with leaders lately that often want to share with me the robust trainings they have provided for th...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of modern workplaces, the concepts of psychological safety and equity have emerged as cornerstones for creating a thriving environment. Psychological safety, often associated with open communication and risk-taking without fear of negative consequences, has gained significant attention. However, its connection to e...

Growing up in my family, I was the oldest of 3 children. My sister directly younger than me was 5 and a half years younger and the youngest 9 years my junior. I didn't know it at the time, but we all had specific "roles" that we played. Similarly, my mom had her role too. It wasn't until I was well into college studying psychology that I realized t...

Imagine a lush garden where every plant stretches towards the sun, thriving in an environment that encourages growth and authenticity. This is what psychological safety makes possible in corporate culture. Psychological safety, much like a greenhouse, holds the key to employee well-being, satisfaction, and productivity. Let's explore the essence of...

 Even as a subject matter expert with over 2 decades of experience, after each keynote, workshop, and training I still take the mindset of eternal student. In order for me to continue to elevate myself as a speaker, I must always maintain a beginner's mind. Last month I presented two workshops at the 21st Century Community Center's 21st Annual...

I get a lot of questions about NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) coaching and how it compares to ICF (International Coach Federation) coaching. I'm super excited to give you the lowdown and share why NLP coaching brings some unique advantages to the table. First off, let's acknowledge that both NLP coaching and ICF coaching are fantastic approache...

 When it comes to creating emotionally and psychologically safe and supportive environments for individuals who have experienced trauma, it's important to understand the lens of trauma. When talking about the trauma-informed journey, there are several terms that often come up: trauma-aware, trauma-sensitive, trauma-informed, and trauma-respons...

As an NLP Coach, Consultant, and trauma-informed NLP trainer much of the application of my skills comes in my own personal life... particularly as a parent. Recently, I took my son to a birthday party of a long-time friend of his. They had previously gone to the same school when they were in Montessori pre-K and kindergarten. Subsequently, they tra...

 In our most recent NLP training, we discussed the importance of being trauma-informed in our communication, and I was asked how the skills they were learning could help them to communicate in a more trauma-informed way, and how this relates to equity and inclusion. To answer that question, let's distinguish the world of trauma and trauma-info...

 As parents and caregivers, we are always looking for ways to empower our children. As a parent and an NLP Trainer, I am always teaching the importance of our language. There is now a growing movement toward watching our words. What is less talked about is how important this is in our children. From a very young age children begin to form beli...