The Brilliant Balance Blog

Growing up, did you ever pretend to fight crime like a superhero or perform like your favorite entertainer? You got to define the rules of the world! But eventually, you were forced to drop the act and ‘grow up’ in your adult years. But the power of a secret identity is exactly what top athletes […]

Your words shape your life. And you have an inner dialogue running at all times. But you may not know how profoundly that inner dialogue can affect your actions, decisions, and mindset. When it comes to harmful inner dialogue, I’ve noticed three major themes that hold women back from achieving the balance they’re striving for. […]

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 […]

Who are you following online? Who has your attention? This may not seem like that big of a deal, but the truth is that we are profoundly impacted by the messages we internalize on a regular basis. Sometimes the effects are so subtle that you don’t realize it until it builds up and hits you […]

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 […]

For many of us, working from home is new territory. It was one thing to maintain brilliant balance when there was a clear separation between work and home, but this is an entirely new dynamic. If you’re finding yourself increasingly frustrated trying to be productive in your work while still being present for your family, […]

As current events take over the news and our conversations, it seems that our world has completely changed overnight. Women are faced with adjusting to their “new normal.” Staying at home and social distancing are one thing, but how do you respond to the very real threats this downturn poses to your career and economic […]

You’re busy. You’re tired. You’re in charge of the kids. I’ve been there. But if these are your three big reasons for not working out (even though you WANT to), then today’s episode is for you. I’m sharing three very simple shifts that will get you in gear so that working out with consistency is […]