The Brilliant Balance Blog

There are times in life when everything feels out of balance. You struggle through the basics and find every moment stressful. When you’re off your game, everything feels kind of impossible! At those times, it’s important to remember there are three legs holding up the stool of life. And when one is a little wiggly, […]

Whether it’s related to work or something personal, we’ve all felt like we’re swimming with our heads underwater. You can only hold your breath for so long. Coming up for air is the only way to live a life with joy (and recover to take on the day). The times you think you can’t take […]

While Thanksgiving might look a little different this year, there’s one thing that won’t change even through a Zoom gathering… family tensions!  If gathering with family has you feeling stressed out, this episode is for you! Listen as I share my best tips for maintaining your peace of mind and staying balanced during the holidays.  […]

The immense uncertainty and anxiety in our lives today is creating a mental health crisis for some. This can take a variety of forms, but there’s no doubt that these unprecedented times have been difficult for all of us. A lot of women are seeking guidance. But how do you know if you should consider […]

Some of the most difficult situations to face in life are times of uncertainty. Believe it or not, most of us are better able to cope and prepare when we know something bad is going to happen versus when we’re not sure what to expect. Uncertainty can cause your brain to spiral out of control […]

It’s important to view the world from an honest and informed perspective. After all, you can’t just stick your head in the sand and pretend that everything is always fine. But if you feel yourself slipping into an anxious state based on external factors, it’s important to understand what causes this…and also how you can […]

Roughly 18% of the U.S. population suffers from crippling anxiety, and a much larger percentage deals with anxiety on some level. You may even struggle with this yourself. It can be difficult to be around people who are experiencing anxiety without being at risk of internalizing some of that anxiety as your own… Unless you […]

The holidays are full of family, friends, and cheer, but can also come with a fair amount of stress. And this alone can take its toll on you. But did you know – sometimes you are actually adding to your stress and don’t even know it? Today I’m going to discuss the four major aspects […]