I look at the sea from the little sand dune where we’re hiding from the sun under a tree. Bright spots shine like diamonds on the water’s surface. No loud music, no plastic pop-it toys. Just him and me and some other tourists at a far distance.
Give yourself permission to rest: 7 ways to quiet your thoughts
It was late in the evening. My upper back was aching, and I was stress eating another cracker with cream cheese. My eyes were tired—from wearing my contact lenses too long I told myself, but the truth was, I had been staring into a screen for more than 12 hours.
Slow down and simplify to make more time for what really matters
I’ve been aware of the idea of creating space, slowing down and simplifying for some time, but until recently I was not able to fully grasp what this idea is all about. When I moved to Germany 12 years ago, I didn’t think I could afford to slow down.
You can’t have it all!
Did you ever hear about Super Woman Syndrome? The intimacy coach Michaela Boehm speaks about the “Plight of the Modern Woman” in her book “The Wild Woman’s Way” which has inspired me enormously over the last few days.
The invisible work of Mums – tips how to give yourself a break from all the doing
Today is Mother’s day in Germany and I want to take the opportunity to highlight all the invisible work we, as Mums do.
Lessons from a Life Coach: SLOW SUCCESS – tips for entrepreneurs and mothers
Some time ago I was asked this question during an interview: “How do you deal with the ongoing changes in your life and still be able to maintain a balanced lifestyle?”
Lessons from a Life Coach: slow down, you move too fast
Tomorrow is the last day of this year and I am taking the opportunity to reflect on what has been my most important learning during 2016.