Category: Embodied Leadership

Embodied Leadership involves the way you speak, the language you use, the way you position your body, the harmony you feel by being fully present, and the calming and reassuring messages you convey to others. When you practice embodied leadership you’re able to value, motivate, and bring out the best in yourself and others.

The Full Spectrum Human Intelligence: Why You’re Smarter Than You Think

Written by Maria Connolly. Posted in Dream Big - Start Small, Embodied Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Skills, Self-Leadership Skills, Women in Leadership.

This article on human intelligence is longer than most because there’s a vital point to grasp…

When people speak of human intelligence they’re referring to mental abilities, right? We give great importance to the head — go to the ‘head’ of the class; the main office is ‘head’quarters; she’s the ‘head’ of the department or the ‘head’ of her field; the CEO is the ‘head’ of the company; etc. But there is so much more to being human than being a brain.

Life Coaching Skills that Guide Clients to Greater Success and Boost the Value of Your Practice

Written by Maria Connolly. Posted in Dream Big - Start Small, Embodied Leadership, Life Coaching.

There is something so satisfying about using your life coaching skills to help your clients succeed. It’s the greatest feeling to make a real difference in their lives! Conversely, there’s nothing more frustrating than spending hours with clients, helping them plan out their goals and strategies, and then checking in a week or two later to discover nothing has changed.

What goes wrong at times like these? What are some reasons your clients may not be making the kind of progress you expected? Possibly it’s one of the following:

Skill Set vs. Mindset – Which Will Help You Achieve the Life You Love?

Written by Maria Connolly. Posted in Dream Big - Start Small, Embodied Leadership, Transform Your Life.

From day one, we focused on learning new skills – learning to walk, read, or ride a bike. Academically, we were encouraged to acquire new skills and we dedicated ourselves to building our resume by attending school, getting a degree, and signing up for continuing education. Obviously, a well-rounded skill set is important but what about your mindset? In skill set vs. mindset is there a clear winner when you’re trying to design the life you love?

Embodied Past Experiences — Our History Lives Inside of Us, the Future is in Our Hands

Written by Maria Connolly. Posted in Dream Big - Start Small, Embodied Leadership, Self-Leadership Skills.

We often think of our past as something behind us, a series of events that have come and gone, leaving only memories in their wake. However, as a somatic therapist and coach with over two decades of experience, I’ve come to understand a profound truth: our past experiences aren’t just behind us—they are inside us.

Embodied Business Practices: A Success Guide for Women in Business and Leadership

Written by Maria Connolly. Posted in Embodied Leadership, Private Practice Advice, Self-Leadership Skills, Somatic Embodiment.

Are you looking to grow your influence and make a deeper impact in business and life? Success isn’t just about mastering technical skills or strategies—it’s about how you show up, lead, and navigate challenges. That’s where embodied business practices come into play.

Can you relate to Amanda’s story?

Category: Embodied Leadership

The Full Spectrum Human Intelligence: Why You’re Smarter Than You Think

Life Coaching Skills that Guide Clients to Greater Success and Boost the Value of Your Practice

Skill Set vs. Mindset – Which Will Help You Achieve the Life You Love?

Embodied Past Experiences — Our History Lives Inside of Us, the Future is in Our Hands

Embodied Business Practices: A Success Guide for Women in Business and Leadership

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