It can feel like a struggle to be there with the blank page in front of you. Journaling – can be a useful way of exploring thoughts and feelings. Prompts can be useful to get the writing started. “I figure out what I think and feel when I see what I write.”

It is helpful to work this through with a group. It allows you to talk about what came up for you and what you learned. This can deepen the experience.

Thinking in terms of the whole person whenever she is coaching. Are they building in resilience practices? Are they evaluating their self-care? Are they working alongside their personal rhythm? Are the things they are doing in alignment with who they are spiritually and emotionally.

Spiralling leaves. When we are being in alignment with ourselves, doing good in the world, we create conditions that allow life to thrive. What if we don’t block the sun from anyone else and we can all do well?

Michael talks about developed PTSD and how the wheels came off his life three years ago. He discusses his journey back to health. He also talks about his work helping returned veterans to transition into civilian life.

Sarah is a professional coach and host of the podcast Unpolished. She talks about coping with anxiety and helping others manage it as well. She discusses the need to sit with the feeling and to explore the thoughts that are behind the feelings. To develop a curious attitude towards our issues rather than one of resistance.

Former journalist and now traveling entrepreneur Nancy Smith teaches us how to create our own personal journal. This journal incorporates space for personal and business planning. It also allows us to explore the creative use of different pens, stickers and other fabulous stationery.

I talked with Jo about feminine conditioning and how this can limit us.

We also discussed the Imposter Complex and how that shows up in our lives. Jo emphasized the importance of being authentic in business and establishing human connection.

Jo's personal tools for maintaining resilience – walking in nature. Moving meditation. Connect with trees. Mindfulness practice. Better boundaries around work. Great support network. Finding a sense of purpose.

Melanie is both an activist and provides support for activists and women running for office. She talks about the importance of finding your voice and taking action on things that matters. She discusses how to be politically active and maintain your personal resilience at the same time.

Jenny talks about body positivity, mindful eating, establishing a foundation of worthiness and learning to eat with pleasure and not guilt. She also talks about how she resists societies messages about body and food.

Bill talks about recovery from a stroke in my 40's. He introduces the mindset that is helping him to heal, how to prevent stroke and the signs that someone else needs immediate help. He talks about his work in educating and creating a community of stroke survivors and why he set up his latest podcast.

Melody is a digital marketing coach. She teaches entrepreneurs how to connect with their clients. She also gives great advice on how to be resilience while working from home. How to avoid social isolation, distraction and overwork.