

I have spoken with so many individuals who have struggled with an identity crisis after becoming a mother. I've even experienced it myself. Suddenly, you don't feel exactly like yourself anymore. You have changed dramatically, yet the old you is still there too. How do you begin to redefine...
I have spoken with so many individuals who have struggled with an identity crisis after becoming a mother. I've even experienced it myself. Suddenly, you don't feel exactly like yourself anymore. You have changed dramatically, yet the old you is still there too. How do you begin to redefine yourself and carve out the much needed space you need in your life to grow and flourish?
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I am passionate about connecting with people and their purpose. I have dedicated myself to helping individuals, teams, and organizations reach their goals and live a more fulfilled existence. I love a challenge and will often be the first one to raise my hand for a new opportunity. I am a learner and strive to grow and improve every day. I welcome feedback and honest communication. I value respect, authenticity, inclusion, and joy. I believe that bringing laughter and fun to a project is a great way to foster connection and make it a success.
I'm an ontological coach, clinical social worker, and educator who works in the world of management consulting. I have earned my Ontological Coaching Certification from Newfield Network in Chile, master’s degrees in Clinical Social Work and Education from Widener University, and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. My experience and interests are in the areas of culture change management, diversity, equity and inclusion, personal transformation, women and motherhood, and sexuality.
I’ve worked in industries/companies that include a lot of social events/socializing outside of work hours. After becoming a parent I grappled with how to stay involved, while also needing to be...
Any practical tips for independent moms to successfully manage the time and energy dedicated to fostering these different identities?
How do I ask for time for myself without feeling guilty. I often feel guilty taking time for me.
How do we embrace our identity as a leader at work, our identity as mom, partner....each of those things, without letting them supplant our identity as an individual? How can we be all of those...
How can I find simple (and positive) ways to explain societal “norms” to my child when I don’t always agree with them (and without being by a total hypocrite). Example: males can be topless in...
I feel I am still too self centered. I love my kids but I need my time . I get it, why do I feel guilty about it ?
I feel like I'm always striving to feel like my old self, pre-kids. That's so unrealistic! How do I begin to weave these different parts of me together and define who I am now?
How much of my own self should I show my kids? I.e if I'm sad, worried or angry, is it best to cover that up or show it all as it comes?
What can I do to balance motherhood and also a demanding job. I want to do well at both but feel it's either one or the other
is a very thin line between feeling save or guilty when you take time for yourself
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