“I’m just ordinary.”That was the response I got when I asked a client to tell me about herself. I smiled and said, “Tell me more about your uniquely ordinary life.” As we talked, I quickly learned she wasn’t ordinary at all. She had incredible experiences, quirky traits she thought were flaws, and passions she had buried deep inside. It reminded…
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Time is precious. And while we tend to focus on productivity, efficiency, and doing more with less, there’s also something to be said for dolce far niente, an Italian phrase that means “the sweetness of doing nothing.” At ithrive31, our three core principles provide a model for positive and healthy living. Core Principle #2 is, “Be deliberate with your time…
I love the camaraderie of coaching. It’s so inspiring to spend time with fellow Coaches—people who lean into personal growth and development. This doesn’t make us perfect, but it does mean we understand the power of personal responsibility—for our relationships, our well-being, and the fulfillment we seek in life. Coaches know that achieving the results we want begins with taking…
How often do we allow ourselves time to fully arrive into a space? As we rush from place to place or meeting to meeting, a gentle reminder that mindfulness practices can help us get settled and better prepare for what’s next. As a life coach and teacher, I’ve found that incorporating simple mindfulness practices can help me be more present….
And just like that, we’ve turned the calendar! Cheers to 2025! This is a beautiful time for renewed commitments, fresh starts, and a sense of optimism for what lies ahead. Use this energy to propel yourself forward—envision the future, plan for success, and dream about the goals you want to achieve this year. By harnessing this energy, you can fuel…
Hi all, Coach Lauren here! Have you ever thought about what types of goals set you up for success? It is the new year, and surely, many of us have New Year’s resolutions on our minds. It is an unfortunate known fact, however, that these resolutions often do not last long; there’s even a “Quitter’s Day,” which falls on the…
“Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes.” – Mahatma Gandhi Freedom is a profound concept that transcends the physical boundaries of our world. As a personal development coach, I see freedom not just as the absence of constraints but as the presence of opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and fulfillment. This Independence Day,…
We connected with our newest coach, Lauren, to learn more about what inspired her to join the ithrive31 Collective. Dorene: Could you describe your role at ithrive31? Lauren: I am a coach at ithrive31, and I specialize in helping mid- to upper-level women in engineering/technology fields who want to have an influence in a male-dominated field. I chose this focus…
Marli Overman from Littleton, Colorado, is a dynamic and adventurous life coach driven by her passion for transformation and growth. She firmly believes in the power of balance across all aspects of life and possesses a keen eye for how our environments influence our well-being and energy. With a certification in decorating and an ongoing pursuit of her Feng Shui…
We created Coaching on Demand™ to expand Coaching in organizations. Not everyone needs a full-time Coach, but Coaching can be essential to help leaders and team members work through difficult challenges. Staffing shortages, turnover and burnout are real issues across many industries and it is taking its toll on mental wellbeing. We see Human Resource department stretched thin and leaders…