Boldly-Forward
Boldly-Forward
Contemplative pieces that spark transformation
- The Problem with Chasing Purposeon March 22, 2026
Think about the last time you had to reflect upon or explain what your purpose is. How did that make you feel? Did you feel..
- Playing with the Power of a Smileon February 20, 2026
In my last post, I wrote about a growing feeling of sparkle and optimism in my air. Perhaps it is some positive momentum in my..
- The sparkle coming backon January 24, 2026
Is anyone else feeling that this year is different? I can’t pinpoint the precise feeling. Perhaps it is the start of a new year? Could..
- A More Aligned Holidayon December 9, 2025
This time of year, the stakes feel high for many of us. There are year-end projects to complete, social calendars that swell and to-do lists..
- The Real Reason You Haven’t Started Yet (Hint: Its You)on November 18, 2025
Think for a minute: about the last time you wanted to do something new. Explore a business idea, ask for that promotion, take that solo..
- What Are You Waiting for?on October 19, 2025
As a milestone birthday nears closer, I reflect more on life, my goals and the next chapters of what’s ahead. Also, of what’s transpired. Overwhelmingly,..
- From Doomscrolling to Inner Calmon September 14, 2025
Charlie Kirk. Negative jobs reports. Geopolitical escalation. The boiling point of news last week has left many of us overwhelmed, including me. A few sleepless..
- Finding Joy in Being a Beginner Againon August 9, 2025
One of the unexpected gifts of midlife is a feeling of being more comfortable with life as it unfolds. The career is established, the family..
- What Shibani’s Reading: The Mountain is Youon July 6, 2025
The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest was recommended to me through a coaching client. Coaching has been an unexpected and rich source of book..
- Reclaiming summer by putting away my phoneon June 17, 2025
Shibani explores one way to make space for more time and connection this summer – by reducing time spent on her devices. Do you track..
- Curiosity, Grit and Midwestern Spiriton May 17, 2025
If you know me, of even if you don’t, one of the most interesting ‘facts’ about me is where I grew up. When I..
- Using your ‘work voice’ at home as a spiritual practiceon April 19, 2025
How the practice of authentic, mindful communication can be a tool for more effectiveness at work and an act of spirituality at home. Do you..
- Enjoying the journey while striving for moreon March 23, 2025
Remember when I declared in an earlier post that I’m dream, acting, living bigger in 2025? Good news is that I’m keeping myself aligned with..
- Why Complaining Hurts You—How to Speak and Think with More Positive Intentionon February 15, 2025
Rush hour traffic, an unexpected work trip or a sprained ankle – how often do we catastrophize or give our attention to minor setbacks, turning..
- 2025, the year of going biggeron January 4, 2025
The beginning of the new year brings the possibility of more. This year, I am adding one additional element to my 2025 intention setting: a..
- Buying with more intentionalityon December 14, 2024
Ever hit the ‘buy button’ too many times despite best intentions? Black Friday deals, BOGO offers and the holiday season can lure us to purchase...
- Giving without gettingon November 15, 2024
As we enter the holiday season, ‘giving thanks’ is a common phrase. During this time, I actively seek opportunities to live this theme in different..
- Forest bathing, tree hugging and unlocking creativity in midlifeon October 20, 2024
“Have you ever forest bathed?” It was an odd question from a clairvoyant, I felt. My brows furrowed as I both tried to understand the..
- Try it: Having an “I can handle it” attitudeon September 22, 2024
How playing with an “I can handle it” attitude shifts me from a “let’s get this over with” one to be more in flow with..
- Getting into flow in times of transitionon August 28, 2024
How the start of the new school year brings the opportunity to do this busy season differently – all with more flow. My kids..
- What Shibani’s Reading: Teen Parenting Editionon July 19, 2024
In this latest “What Shibani’s Reading,” I share titles from the book order I placed the week of my daughter’s 8th grade promotion ceremony. It..




















