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...]
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...]
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...]
Be Still and Listen
Be still and listen inside yourself. As we step into 2022, like every year my thoughts turn to possibilities and what I’d like to change and accomplish. This year is no different. Yet, you and I… we’ve been through a lot in the last two years. We all have. Be still for just a moment. Where do you … [Read more...]
Pondering Big Challenges and Life Lessons
I’m a ponderer. While everyone has already moved on to something else, I’m still thinking about what we were discussing one or two subjects ago. Though it frustrates me sometimes, it is a gift I’ve come to appreciate about myself. My thoughts run deep below the surface. It’s the water I swim in. As … [Read more...]
Finally Achieve Lasting Change
Doctors often tell patients that they need to make lifestyle changes in order to improve their health. Still other people are striving to change in order to improve weight, stress, hormones or general health and well-being. Often we're burned out from starting and stopping so many times. It seems … [Read more...]
Thrive Thru the Holidays: Destress and Unwind
This is part 3 of the Thrive Thru the Holidays series. I've shared everyday food tips for eating healthy thru the season as well as food survival tips for holiday parties and family gatherings. Today, the focus is on stress. You know it and I know it. The holidays can be a busy, stressful time. … [Read more...]
Thrive Thru the Holidays: at Parties & Family Gatherings
In the first article of this series, I talked about simple actions you can take every day to help you manage holiday food temptations that are all around us during this season. Don't get me wrong. I'm not suggesting that you not enjoy some of your holiday favorites. We are celebrating after all! It … [Read more...]
Thrive Thru the Holidays: Food Survival Tips
Let's face it. Many of us just accept the fact that the Holidays are full of food temptation and challenging social situations. We tell ourselves that we're going to feel stressed and gain weight. We do this knowing full well that come January 1, we're going to regret it, resolve to do better, and … [Read more...]
Standing: a New Model for Physical Activity
You may not realize it, but the average American sits anywhere from 7.7 to 15 hours a day without moving. Think about it. From the time we spend in the car commuting here and there, to the time we spend at our desks each day, and the time we spend in front of a TV screen or sleeping at night... … [Read more...]
Julie Smith is a certified Life Coach, Leadership Coach and Health Coach. She empowers others to create calm and clarity through work and life transitions. Together, they build confidence, create postive change, and greater well-being so they can lead themselves and the organizations and families they serve. Her clients include purpose-driven professionals, leaders and organizations. 
