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And how do we incorporate it it into what we do at HRD retreats? We all have bodies. And we are all aware that each of us has a body. But only you can inhabit your body, feel what's going on in your body, and know what it is like to be in your body. That is somatics. And if we tune in and pay attention, our bodies have many stories to tell. We all have stories we tell ourselves, and stories our body tells us. When these stories are consistent, connected, and in alignment

Developing emotional resiliency is never a one-size-fits-all kind of deal. When we really want to make changes in our life, sometimes, what we really need is a breath of fresh air, a change of scenery, and, if we’re lucky, a wise four-legged partner with a tail. That’s where equine-assisted coaching rides in. This unique approach taps into the natural sensitivity of horses to help people reconnect with themselves, regulate emotions, and build the kind of trust and presence th

Why now It can feel almost indulgent to plan a retreat right now. When the world feels uncertain. When the news cycle seems relentless. When the future feels harder to predict than it did even a few years ago. Many thoughtful people are quietly asking the same question: Is this really the time to step away? But what if this is precisely the time we need to pause? We are living in an era of sustained uncertainty. Economic shifts, global tensions, rapid technological change, an

Leadership development often focuses on skills: How to communicate clearly How to manage performance How to influence outcomes How to navigate conflict These are important capabilities. But leadership is not only expressed through what we say or do. It is also communicated through something less visible: Our presence. The way we enter a room.The way we respond under pressure.The signals we send through tone, pacing, attention, and nervous system state. People are constantly r

Sometimes you have to step back to see the pattern. Many of the women I speak with are anything but unmotivated. They are thoughtful. Capable. Experienced. Resourceful. They have navigated complexity in their careers, relationships, and lives. They know how to follow through. They know how to get things done. Which is why feeling stuck can be so frustrating. Because when you are someone who is used to creating momentum, not being able to access that momentum can feel deeply

Most leaders today are not managing a single change. They’re managing many changes. New priorities. New systems. New structures. New expectations. New ways of working. Often layered on top of changes that never fully had time to settle. And because change has become so constant, something else has quietly become normalized: Fatigue. Not the kind that comes from working hard toward something meaningful. The kind that comes from continually adapting… without enough time to reco

And it can be a sign of a bigger problem. One of the most common things I hear when I suggest a team pause, reflect, or step back together is this: “We just don’t have time right now.” Deadlines are coming up. Projects are moving. Priorities feel urgent. Everyone's plate is full. And on the surface, that reasoning makes sense. But here’s the paradox: When a team truly doesn’t have time to step back…it usually means they need to step back more than ever. Before they fall back

There is a question many women carry for a long time before they ever speak it. It doesn’t usually arrive dramatically. It doesn’t interrupt a meeting or demand immediate attention. It tends to show up quietly. Maybe in the car, after a long day. Or early in the morning, before everything starts moving again. Or in that rare moment when nothing is required of you… and your mind finally has space to wander. And the question is simple: Is this it? Or… is there something more? N

There’s a familiar moment that quietly shows up for many high-achieving women. On paper, things are working. Your career is solid. The responsibilities are meaningful. You’ve built something real. And yet… Something feels off. Not wrong, exactly. But no longer quite right. What we do: Push Harder, Decide Faster When this feeling surfaces, most high achievers respond in a similar way: We try to figure it out. Figuring things out is what we DO. We make lists. We weigh options.

From Shedding to Striding: A Little Woo and a Lot of Wisdom I'm not the kind of person who puts much stock in the zodiac, Chinese or otherwise. I don't map my life or my business by their predictions. However, I sometimes find it fun and interesting to see what they say. Paying attention to the zodiac is a habit I picked up from my mother, Veda. She believed in the energy of the stars and other mysteries. Though some found her a bit too "woo," she knew there was more to life

Most of us have been taught to honor our commitments. We’re told to follow through, keep our word, and finish what we start, even when that thing we started is quietly draining the life out of us. But what if the bravest, most aligned thing you can do is to walk away? The Power of a Pivot Not long ago, my oldest child Andie found an old newspaper clipping announcing my mother’s engagement in 1953 ... to a man who was not my father. I remember Mom talking about a serious rel

Change isn’t just something we decide to do. It’s something we become. Change is a full-body experience. Whether you’re navigating a career shift, healing old patterns, or redefining your purpose, transformation begins in the nervous system, not in your head. Somatic science shows that transformation starts in the nervous system. When we learn to read the body’s signals, regulate our state, and ground safety from within, change stops feeling like an uphill battle and star

Top 10 factors to guide your decision I've seen a few social media posts lately about people looking to get into Equine Assisted Coaching, but don't know which certification program to choose. It can be complicated. There are a lot of choices, and they can vary widely in prices, time commitment, and methods of delivery. So, I've broken down what I would look for in a program into the top 10 elements, and why each one is important. As you're searching for a program, I invi

Whether you are a horse person or not, you might find yourself asking: “Why horses?” “What do they know about coaching?” “What do they...

Developing emotional resiliency is never a one-size-fits-all kind of deal. When we really want to make changes in our life, sometimes,...

Breathwork is a powerful and amazing somatic technique for accessing your body's own natural intelligence. This practice can help us...

First let's talk about what exactly is "Somatics" The root of the word somatics is Soma - meaning “of the body” or “the body as perceived...

Let’s get something straight: the way “The Law of Attraction” is often presented, e.g., manifesting wealth with vibes alone, or...

Spoiler alert: it's not the horse. Let's start here: I'm not a good rider. I didn't start to ride until late in life, and I can be an...

Creating a healthier workplace environment is essential not just for employee well-being but also for increasing productivity and morale....