conscious parenting

What does mindfulness REALLY mean for Mama Entrepreneurs?

May 8, 2013

Ok, Mama, so here’s the jargon on mindfulness… Jon Kabat-Zinn defines it: “Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way; On purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgementally.” So there are essentially three components to it: (1) paying attention on purpose, (2) paying attention in the present moment, and (3) paying attention without judgement. (1) [...]

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Mindfulness: key for Mama Entrepreneurs balancing family & business

May 1, 2013

Left to my own devices, I am prone to distraction, overwhelm, mind-is-fullness. This is partly a consequence of my role as a Mama Entrepreneur which, by definition, makes for a multiple-project lifestyle. It doesn’t help that I have a passion for growing new ideas, either. My multiple passions today require a lot of attention, too. [...]

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Start-up your heart-centred business with ease

April 22, 2013

Starting up your dream business can be easier than you think, Mama. When we become a mother, we are often shocked (shell-shocked?!) into the emotional and physical challenges that come our way. We love our children more than anything in the world. We are forever grateful for the experience of motherhood. Yet in the midst [...]

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Your heart is free, have the courage to follow it.

February 14, 2013

Hi Mama – Today is a day to celebrate love and passion. And as a member of the In Essence community, I know you are a Mama with at least one passion project on the go (in addition to mindful mothering of the little ones you are passionate about!) In other words, you are already [...]

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What is your BIG WHY?

January 28, 2013

Over the past few weeks, I have been asked by a number of inspirational coaches what my BIG WHY is. When this happens, when something keeps popping into my life subtly, I take it as a bit of a “this way” sign from the Universe. So I’m following that sign and taking a bit of [...]

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Acknowledging YOU over the holidays!

December 21, 2012

Dear Mama – To celebrate the Winter Solstice (and before I sign off for my Christmas holidays), I want to share a few words to acknowledge all you have done this year as a mindful Mama and authentic passion-driven entrepreneur. At this busy time, I want to remind you that your children, your partner, your [...]

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“OMitating”

November 1, 2012

Often when I am playing with or hovering around my children, I am reminded of their wisdom and capacity to see the truth around. There is a wonderful moment I recall from this summer up at the Lake when my 5 year old son observed a frog basking in the sun. He turned to us [...]

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