The Brilliant Balance Blog

This time of year is a great time to pause and reflect. The start of school and other new beginnings are often the best time to ask yourself what dreams and challenges are out there for you. Maybe it’s a new job or starting your own business. But often the idea of striving for the […]

Conversations about body image are some of the most difficult to have with our daughters. So many of us have our own struggles and insecurities and don’t know what to say, much less how to guide them through their insecurities. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Ashley Solomon to discuss how to handle body […]

We all have default responses to stress. Whether it’s overeating, procrastinating, or mood swings, it can bring out the worst in your personality. You may also notice that stress sends your inner critic into overdrive. In today’s episode, I discuss three reasons perfectionism seems comforting in stressful times, why it can hurt your relationships, and […]

You make choices everyday, but does your level of confidence affect your decisions? When you lack confidence, you might let other people determine your life’s direction, which can lead to disappointment and resentment. Whether you just “go with the flow” or ask for a lot of opinions before you make a decision, today’s episode can […]

Whether its a presentation for work or sharing an idea with your book club, public speaking is the number one fear among women, even though we face it on a regular basis. For most of us, we prepare to speak, and the nerves kick in. Sweaty palms, thumping heart, and before we know it, we […]

We all want our kids to grow up with a passion for learning, while recognizing the value of challenging themselves and the importance of effort. These characteristics are a hallmark of a growth mindset. My guest today is Alexandra Eidens, co-founder of Big Life Journal. She is on a mission to help children develop a […]

When things are going great in your life, you’re moving forward toward your goals and your actions seemingly feel effortless. But when you’re not experiencing exceptional growth, it can feel like your feet are stuck in cement. If you feel like you’re stuck in a parked car, and you want to figure out how to […]

Without rest, we can easily fall into the trap of running ourselves into the ground headed for burnout. As a society, we’re addicted to speed, but sometimes, intentionally slowing down is what delivers rapid progress over the long-term. So today I’m going to share a framework to help you decide if you need to speed […]