The Monkey Mind

There are common themes that emerge when working with clients.  Often it is around an idea of trying something different, and getting outside of a comfort zone.  When people desire to get outside that comfort zone (be it to start a business, take on a new skill set, or leave an unfulfilling relationship) the same […]

The Toxic Boss

There have been many books written about toxic people.  Toxic, as in “poisonous,” “highly dysfunctional,” or “could slowly kill you by sucking all the oxygen (and your will to live) right out the window.”  You may have had a toxic parent growing up (and I’m sorry if you did).  You may have had a toxic […]

Coaching VS Consulting. Which is Which and What To Look For From Each

There is a lot of confusion these days about coaching and how it differs from consulting, and other helping fields.  And it’s no wonder.  Coaching is one of the fastest growing industries and as such is suffering from two major growing pains.  1.  Though an international governing body (International Coach Federation) does regulate credentialing, training, […]

Belief Is Everything.

An oldy but goody… because the swallows are back yet again…
Belief is Everything. By Emily Osbun Bermes
We have a nest of swallows, this year, in our horse barn. I am fascinated by these birds that fly with more stealth and grace than even the Red Tail Hawks do. I’ve watched these swallows build the nest, […]

Life Balance. A Performance-Based Perspective

Life Balance… For Those Who Wouldn’t Normally Consider the Concept.
By Emily Osbun Bermes
Let’s face it; the eighties have been over for some time now- for most of us anyway. Along with the obnoxious clothes and big hair, the “I can do it all, have it all, and be everything to everyone” mentality created in the […]