by AnnSheybani | Apr 22, 2013 | people pleasing, Saying no
People often ask me how I choose my post topics each week. Most of the time I’ll be going about my business and something someone says or does will make me think, WTF? This week I’ve been bumping into an inordinate amount of people who can’t say... by AnnSheybani | Apr 15, 2013 | adventure, coaching, desire, expectations, nice girl complex
I’m going to say something that scares the crap out of me. Something that could draw the evil eye and smote me like Lot, the dude that turned to salt: I can’t believe that this is my life. Ten years ago, I could never have imagined the deal I’ve got going on today.... by AnnSheybani | Apr 6, 2013 | Authenticity, Courage, growing up, identity, risk, Self love, self-image, Ted Talk
I was just listening to a Brene Brown interview in which she described herself as a child. An introverted 13-year-old, she saw Grease 25 times– a movie I paid to see 4 weeks in a row at the very same age. See, like me, Brene wanted desperately to shed her skin... by AnnSheybani | Apr 1, 2013 | connection, desire, identity, introvert, Ireland, people pleasing, reinvention, running, Secrets
I want to give you a beauty secret I’ve recently discovered. The single element that will make heads turn, regardless of your weight, age, or ability to pull together a decent outfit. The secret is Joy. Walt and I were at The Sunken Garden Poetry Festival last... by AnnSheybani | Mar 25, 2013 | coaching, Confidence, Courage, Date with Destiny, desire, expectations, growing up, identity, misinterpretation, people pleasing, Self-Esteem, self-sabotage, Tony Robbins
Want to hear something freaking fascinating? The more you invest in yourself, the more others are willing to invest in you. When you take yourself seriously, others do the same. Cheaping out on yourself isn’t noble; it’s flimsy camouflage for low self-esteem. My...