When people tell me they want to start a blog but haven’t done so yet, there are usually three things holding them back: 1. Not knowing what to write about and the fear of losing interest quickly. 2. Lack of knowledge of actually (technically) creating a blog and running a website. 3. Getting lost in …

It’s All Been Said Before- But It Hasn’t Been Said By YOU Read More »

Twice a month, I send out an email to my amazing community of gutsy go-getters. The email is a mix of exclusive content (just for their awesome eyes), updates on the blog and a behind-the-scenes look at my brand/biz. But every so often, something I send resonates so much and garners a reaction so strong that …

Time Is Flying (And I’m Just Trying To Hang On) Read More »

“Anything that looks like chaos and calamity in your life is just the Universe’s way of saying ‘Trust me and we’ll make a life together that is beyond your wildest dreams.’ The key is to trust. There’s a bigger vision and purpose inside you that your small brain or ego can imagine. The Universe has …

What Are You Going To Choose: Fear or Trust? Read More »

Today is my 26th birthday. The quote below perfectly describes how I want to live out my 26th year (and the rest of my life). “When we focus on leading a passionate, meaningful life, we are also inadvertently creating a spectacular ripple effect of inspiration in the lives around us. When one person follows a …

The Spectacular Ripple Effect of Inspiration Read More »

You know that old saying? “Practice makes perfect.” Throw it out the window. Instead, think: “Practice makes permanent.” Perfect and permanent are two very different things. From an early age in school, sports and other activities, children are taught that practice makes perfect, but that’s simply not true. Practice certainly makes you better at something, but …

Practice Makes Permanent: How to Establish and Maintain Positive Habits Read More »

Remember back in middle school or high school when being called a geek was meant as an insult? Fast forward 10 years and in my opinion, being called a geek is the ultimate compliment. On Saturday night, I had the great privilege of attending the 2013 Philadelphia Geek Awards, presented by Geekadelphia and the Academy …

Why Being A Geek Is Actually Really Cool: A Recap of the 2013 Philadelphia Geek Awards Read More »

[A version of this post originally appeared in my FREE #GetGutsy e-newsletter earlier this summer. It resonated with my newsletter subscribers, so I wanted to make it public for all to read. Subscribe for twice-monthly emails filled with more inspiration, ideas and action items to get out of your comfort zone.] A couple of months ago, I …

Stop Trying To Find Yourself & Do This Instead Read More »