Are your New Years' resolutions still going strong? People set New Years' Resolutions every January. Then, by mid-February, those new habits and health goals seem to go by the wayside. Does this happen to you? If so, you're not alone. Let's see if we can press the reset button on those resolutions, … [Read more...]
Goal Setting: ‘Just Do It’
NOTE: This post contains updated content from the original published in 2015. Let's talk about goal setting. Remember the Nike 'Just Do It' advertising campaign? Launched in the 80's, with its no-excuses slogan and iconic swoosh logo, it encouraged consumers to associate their purchases with … [Read more...]
How to Navigate Uncertainty and Indecision
Years ago, I sat in a chair, head down and resting in my hands. "Something needs to change in my business, but I don't know exactly what or how. The model and pace isn't sustainable in its current capacity. How can I walk away from something steady and lucrative? What do I really want? What if I … [Read more...]
No Greater Love
After saying these things, Jesus was troubled in his spirit and testified, “Truly, truly, I say to you, one of you will betray me.” John 13: 21 (ESV) “I was told you’re looking for other employment. I need to know, right now, if you are staying on through the end of the year or if you’re … [Read more...]
Grace and Life’s Tapestry
My desire is to weave my life's tapestry with grace and integrity. With this in mind, I haven't sent holiday greetings to friends and family in years. Occasionally, I get them sent to clients on time. Every year, I say that I'm going to do it. Every year it doesn't happen. This year was no … [Read more...]
Life Lessons Learned From My Dog
I began this writing in 2022, about life lessons I learned from my dog. It’s time I finished it… for Jack. On March 25, 2022, we had to say good-bye to our beloved dog, Jack. It was also my dad’s birthday. Dad passed away in 2017. It wasn’t a banner day, and it was exactly a week ago as I write … [Read more...]
Exciting News From Julie Smith Coaching
The saying goes, “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” This year, 2023, marks my twentieth anniversary in business! With that milestone, I wanted to take a moment to share a timeline of my journey to Navigate The Way from “there to here,” and some of the clarity and exciting … [Read more...]
Your Nature Rx for Chronic Stress
There's a nature Rx for chronic stress. It's one of the easiest, most enjoyable ways I know to mitigate the stressors of work and life; to elevate health and overall well-being; and to improve mental and emotional capacity and resilience. It makes me more creative and effective in my work and helps … [Read more...]
Straight Paths and Winding Roads
Finding your way in life never seems like a straight path, does it? It’s more of a winding, twisting and turning sort of trail. At times it can feel disorienting. And yet, it’s this incredible, exciting journey that you get to take into unknown terrain and bold discoveries! Yes, it can be both … [Read more...]
Have I Gotten Complacent?
“Have I gotten complacent?” This is the question that has come up, recently, in a number of conversations. Talented individuals who’ve worked hard to achieve a notable level of success in life and career find themselves in a state of unrest. Not experiencing the same level of drive they once knew … [Read more...]
I'm Julie Smith, Certified Life Coach, ADHD and Executive Function Coach. I empower others to create calm, clarity, and connection at work, school and at home. Together, we create a customized approach to help you focus, overcome obstacles, build confidence, and achieve your goals. My clients include both professionals and families (parents, children, teens).