Category Archives: All My Blog Posts

My blog site is just one of the many ways I share my message of hope and possibilities with the world. The essence of my message is this: when you fall in love with yourself, everything else falls into place, personally and professionally. Choosing love as your core energy automatically enhances every aspect of your life: your perceptions, opportunities, relationships, and priorities. You get unstuck, reclaim your personal power, and recapture your zest for living, moving yourself forward into a life you love. When love transforms your relationship with yourself, it transforms your personal life, your work, and the world.

Coping with Post-Holiday Blues

Posted on January 8, 2016 by djwlifecoach

A trail of brown needles leads out to the curb where the Christmas tree, once fragrant and green, lies wilted and dying. Unplugged are the brightly colored lights and, along with the treasured decorations, boxed up and stored away. Gone … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Tips for a Fabulous New Year

Posted on January 1, 2016 by djwlifecoach

The best way to have a fulfilling, meaningful year is to LIVE ON PURPOSE, with authenticity, day by day, letting go of any disappointments, appreciating the good moments, one by one.  Here are ten suggestions to help launch your HAPPY … Continue reading →

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Rejoice, Give Thanks and Sing!

Posted on December 25, 2015 by djwlifecoach

When we choose to look at everything through the lens of gratitude, our perspective is always rose-colored by appreciation. I first became acquainted with the idea of a gratitude practice in 1995 through Sarah Ban Breathnach’s book Simple Abundance. The book’s … Continue reading →

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Family Holiday Gatherings: How to Thrive, Not Just Survive

Posted on December 18, 2015 by djwlifecoach

Relationships are the doctoral program of life lessons. And nowhere is that more apparent than at the annual family holiday gathering (also known as the dreaded yearly oral exam). Let’s face it, spending time with family can be tricky any … Continue reading →

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Grief Takes No Holidays

Posted on December 11, 2015 by djwlifecoach

For those experiencing sorrow—whether through death, separation, divorce, illness, job loss or relocation—the glittering commercialism and unrelenting cheer of the holiday season can be stressful. Facing any holiday or special occasion with an empty chair at the table can make unbearable … Continue reading →

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The Holidays: Here They Come, Ready or NOT!

Posted on December 4, 2015 by djwlifecoach

Somewhere around September when the weather changes, the kids go back to school and the leaves begin to wither, it starts. By Halloween it’s gathering momentum and by Thanksgiving, it has us in a full-body press. “It” is The Holidays, … Continue reading →

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Finding Comfort in a World Where Uncomfortable Things Happen

Posted on November 27, 2015 by djwlifecoach

The secret to finding comfort in a world where uncomfortable things happen? Embrace love to strengthen acceptance, reveal possibilities and increase joy. For more details, click the links below to listen to my most recent conversation with author Betsy Otter … Continue reading →

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Who’s Minding the Store?

Posted on November 20, 2015 by djwlifecoach

I frequently hear from readers, listeners and clients that they are encouraged and gain even deeper insight when I share my personal ups and downs. They learn how to sustain faith and hope while treating themselves with respect and compassion … Continue reading →

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Give the Gift of Love, Hope, Possibilities and Empowerment This Holiday Season

Posted on November 13, 2015 by djwlifecoach

As a coach, author, speaker, singer, artist, consultant, radio host, Reiki Master and EFT/tapping practitioner, I share hope, possibilities and empowerment with the world. What’s love got to do with minimizing stress and getting unstuck? Everything! My book, Choose Your … Continue reading →

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The Essence of Being C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T

Posted on November 6, 2015 by djwlifecoach

Self-confidence comes from recognizing and appreciating your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual talents, skills and abilities. Self-confidence is fueled by a healthy sense of self-esteem grounded in awareness of and unconditional love for every aspect of yourself. People who are … Continue reading →

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