From checking society’s boxes to rocking her Big Gay Overalls, Lisa Kirkman gets real about self-acceptance, coming out at 46, and living authentically. Learn how to stop protecting everyone else and start living YOUR best damn life
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The unseen burden of trying to juggle it all Life’s a whirlwind, yeah? Juggling the demands of a career, a never-ending to-do list, being a mom, taking care of aging parents because hello šš¼, sandwich generation, and everything in between. It’s…a lot. Add to that, the pressure to āhave it allā – a thriving career, […]
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Naming the things you love about yourself daily is a powerful practice that can boost your self-esteem and overall well-being. It’s a reminder to appreciate the unique qualities that make you who you are. And you? You deserve to celebrate your Favorite Self no matter what. But if I were to ask you to name […]
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I know far too many women who are quietly unhappy in their lives. Who were sold a false bill of goods that said we could “have it all” but weren’t told the flip side…that we’d lose ourselves along the way. And it’s heartbreaking to me because it doesn’t have to be this way. It’s why […]
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If you have the time, space, and resources in your life, here are some ways you can start showing up for yourself and having your own back. Simple, not easy I said simple – not easy. But practice these (i.e. donāt set yourself up for failure thinking youāre going to knock this out of the […]
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What do you truly & deeply value and why is it so ding-dang important to know?!? Think of values as your north star…your compass…your guide to decision-making and course-correcting. The ultimate in knowing yourself inside and out. That which brings joy, meaning, and fulfillment to your life. Pretty fucking important, amiright? Thatās cool and all […]
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The world feels a bit hell in a handbasket-ish at the moment but that doesn’t give you license to self-flagellate. Instead, it’s a time to show yourself the same loving kindness you would a hurting best friend, a scared child, or an aging parent who just got some devastating news. Research shows that practicing self-compassion […]
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Before we get started, let’s define how we’re going to use the word “success” within the context of this post (and my work). I’m talking about success from the perspective that you are living and loving your rebelliously fulfilling life in spite of your economic or social status…in spite of your past…in spite of the […]
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“Just be yourself.” How many times have you heard this super annoying phrase uttered while growing up…in your career…from well-meaning people who had no idea what the hell was going on in that dick brain of yours? That’s all cool but no one taught us HOW to just be yourself. And if you’re anything like […]
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A few weekends ago, I decided to clean up old notebooks (my ADHD brain has me using multiple notebooks to store ideas which is…fun…), and I came across this gem from a decade ago. I remember it perfectly. I had enrolled in one of the gazillion courses I’ve signed up for through the years and […]
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Start with Desire; How Do I Want to Feel? Start with Desire is the first S in the The SELF Approachā¢ and a client favorite. I mean…who doesn’t want to live a life led by desire and possibility? Yes – even in midlife! Especially in midlife? I’m going with it. One of the tools we use […]
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The best way to prepare for death is to live life to its fullest. ~ John Bytheway No matter what’s transpired in your past or how old you are… ā What does it mean to live your best life? ā How do you ensure you live your life with purpose and intention? ā What does […]
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