Playing in the Gray
What does ‘playing in the gray’ even mean?
"Playing in the gray" means navigating all that life has to offer, the good and the not so good, rather than focusing on binary choices or rigid structures. It’s about embracing the messy middle, where not everything is clearly right or wrong. For many women, playing in the gray can be particularly empowering and sometimes even a little scary.
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Breaking Free From People-Pleasing Tendencies
As tempting as it may be to think about why women might be perceived as "people pleasers" and how they could change, it's important to approach this topic with sensitivity and awareness of the diverse experiences and personalities of women - background, culture, personality, etc. Instead of focusing on stereotypes or placing blame, the focus can be on assertiveness and boundary-setting, which can apply to anyone, regardless of gender.
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Don't Leave Money on the Table
When it comes to negotiating money, women sometimes tend to sell themselves short. The money stories we’ve been fed throughout our lives don’t align with asking for more, and better yet, for what we’re worth.
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5 Big Lessons I Learned As a Coach in 2023
This was a big year for me and Awarify Coaching. 2023 was the first year where I was able to focus a good portion of my day on coaching and growing my business. 2023 was the year I decided to take on both one-on-one clients AND corporate clients. 2023 was the year I said yes more.
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Cultivating Belonging: Building Stronger Connections
Belonging is a fundamental human need that only adds to our lives and contributes to our overall well-being. The feeling of being part of a community or a group that accepts and values us is key. However, cultivating belonging isn't always automatic or as natural as it may seem, but it is something we can actively work on and nurture.
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Finding Moments of Solitude in a Busy Day
In our fast-paced and constantly connected world, finding moments of solitude often feels like a luxury. However, carving out time for ourselves is essential for mental well-being and personal growth.
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The Power of Gratitude: Practices for Appreciating the Present Moment
In our fast-paced and often full lives, it's easy to get caught up in the never-ending cycle of striving for more - having more, doing more, being more, etc. We find ourselves constantly chasing the next goal or longing for what we don't have, overlooking the beauty and simplicity of the present moment. However, cultivating a sense of gratitude can transform our perspective and bring us closer to experiencing true peace and joy.
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Embracing the Power of Both/And: A Paradigm Shift in Our Thinking
In a world often ruled by black-and-white thinking, the idea of embracing both/and offers a new perspective that challenges our traditional mindset. The concept of both/and acknowledges the possibility of multiple truths, perspectives, and solutions existing in one space, without the need for compromise.
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Sparking Joy
In today’s world, there’s a lot happening – commitments, activities, get togethers, obligations, etc. Speaking from personal experience, it can be very overwhelming.
It’s absolutely critical from a self-care perspective to manage the overwhelm and decide who/what gets your yes and who/what gets your no.
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The Judgmental Why vs. the Curious Why
When we’re reactive and then hard on ourselves about said reaction, there are essentially two roads we can go down. Two ‘why’ roads if you will.
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Using Impact as a Measure of Success
Success is such a personal word. I bet if you were to survey a 100 different people on their definition of success, you’d get a 100 different variations or answers. And that makes sense because everyone values different things
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The #1 Thing You Can Do To Get Others To Believe In You
I know what you’re thinking. “Parita, we’re not supposed to care about what other people think. Isn’t that what you always say?”
To that I would say, “Yes, absolutely! Being a people pleaser is a form of self-sabotage.”
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3 Things You Can Do When Life Feels Overwhelming
Does life feel a little overwhelming right now? Does it feel like you have a lot going on personally? Does it also feel like there’s a lot going on in the world right now? Things you may or may not agree with? Hurt, pain, fear?
If this resonates, please know you are not alone! I am right there with you.
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Managing the Unsuccessful Bounce Back
The unsuccessful bounce back.
It happens to the best of us. You know, where you feel angry, sad, frustrated, etc. but don’t let yourself fully feel the emotion before trying to elevate yourself to more constructive ones.
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Four Ways to Reimagine Your Personal Brand
How often do you think about your personal brand? And when you do, do you think it’s all about you?
I’ve got a secret for you. It’s not about you at all! At least not in the way I think about it.
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Two Questions to Build Confidence and Change the Story You Tell Yourself
If asked to identify the one thread that ties all of my coachees together, I’d say it’s the desire for more confidence. Confidence to take up space. Confidence to own decisions. Confidence to ask for what they want. Confidence to take a leap. Confidence to live the life they desire.
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The Secret To Success Is...
After 38 years of searching, I put two and two together and found the secret to success.
Are you ready? Hang on tight!
The secret to success is...
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6 Small Ways to Shake Things Up A Little (And 1 Big One)
Shaking things up isn’t easy when your day-to-day life is packed to the brim, based on routine, and/or dependent on others in big or small ways. Personally, having kids has made me want to NOT shake things up!
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What’s Your Most Generous Interpretation?
Let’s talk about MGI – most generous interpretation. I first heard this term over the weekend while listening to a Dr. Becky podcast episode.
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My Vision for My Coachees
Regardless of who I partner with or what they bring to coaching, I have one vision for all of my coachees. For everyone in my life actually, myself included.
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