Not fearless but fear less

by Lisa Kohn | Oct 21, 2019 | Resilience

I attended the PA Conference for Women a few weeks ago. Mostly I attended to offer free coaching to conference attendees – it’s a fun way to meet people and to give back – but I also got to listen to the keynote speakers. Ava DuVernay is amazing, and her speech was...

Putting your heart at ease

by Lisa Kohn | Aug 12, 2019 | Resilience

“My heart is at ease knowing that what was meant for me will never miss me, and that what misses me was never meant for me.” Imam Al-Shafi’i I came upon this quote today. It brought me peace. What a concept. That what was meant for me will never miss me and that what...

When all else fails, choose love

by Lisa Kohn | Jul 8, 2019 | Resilience

I am remembering, once again, to choose love. When I am stuck in a tough spot, I repeat to myself, over and over, “I choose love.” It brings me ease. When I get caught up in myself, I remind myself, over and over, of all the love within and around me. Of all the love...

I’m remembering that feelings are not facts

by Lisa Kohn | Jul 1, 2019 | Resilience

Have you ever noticed your brain working against you? You’re sitting there quietly, minding your own business, and suddenly the fear explodes within you or the guilt engulfs you? “Damn!” you think. “Where did that come from?” And before you know it, you’re down that...

Exactly where you are is perfect

by Lisa Kohn | Apr 8, 2019 | Resilience

It’s as simple as a breath for me. It works every time. When I mindfully pause, and breathe, I remember the perfection that is now. That is me. It’s so easy to get caught up in all I have to do and all that hasn’t happened. (Especially with the book.) It’s so easy to...

I want to feel good – what’s the best way to do that?

by Lisa Kohn | Mar 18, 2019 | Resilience

It’s such a fine line, for me at least. When things get tough, am I better off allowing myself to feel the challenging feelings? Am I better off admitting that whatever it is that is sucking at this very moment sucks? Is that a way to allow and accept what is and to...