Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.3, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # DanaHilmer.com Leadership & Personal Development Coach and Speaker ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.danahilmer.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Perhaps you need to hear this today](https://www.danahilmer.com/perhaps-you-need-to-hear-this-today/) - I listened over-and-over to the most peaceful and entracing song yesterday and it's touched me deeply. Perhaps it will move you too. The lyrics to A Song for a Pure Heart are very simply… I am light I am love No matter what is going on around you… Be at peace. And rise… Rise into - [Want to believe in yourself and your dream?](https://www.danahilmer.com/want-to-believe-in-yourself-and-your-dream/) - Do you want to believe in yourself and your dream? Then stop being so damn hard on yourself! A client of mine — let's call her Sara — is extraordinarily accomplished by any standard. And yet, she's deeply self-critical. She doubts herself, feels unworthy, and doesn't see herself the way everyone else does. I see - [Craving more peace AND possibilities in your life?](https://www.danahilmer.com/craving-more-peace-and-possibilities-in-your-life/) - Are you craving more peace and possibilities this year? You can. By embracing THE AND. Embracing THE AND is both a beautiful insight AND can be a deeply challenging practice. It asks us to honor the wholeness of life—to acknowledge that two seemingly opposing truths can exist at the very same time. We explored this - [Be the One Who Reaches Out](https://www.danahilmer.com/be-the-one-who-reaches-out/) - I get it — life is busy. Some days it feels like you're doing all you can just to keep your head above water. Work, family, responsibilities, the never-ending to-do list… it's a lot. And because of that, it's so easy to let time slip by without connecting with the people who matter most. AND - [What would happen if you took the mask off?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-would-happen-if-you-took-the-mask-off/) - What would happen if you took the mask off? We all wear masks. Some we slip on so often we forget they’re even there. The “I’m fine” mask. The “I’ve got it all together” mask. The “nothing bothers me” mask. Each one designed to protect us, to fit in, to keep life smooth and safe. - [Ode to My Body](https://www.danahilmer.com/ode-to-my-body/) - To say this is an “ode” may be an overstatement as poetic ability is not something I possess… yet. With that said, I’ve decided it’s time I show this body of mine some gratitude. Perhaps you’ll want to write a letter to your body too. Here goes: Dear body, I’ve been meaning to write you - [Being a "good little monkey" will change your life](https://www.danahilmer.com/being-a-good-little-monkey-will-change-your-life/) - Remember Curious George — that mischievous little monkey with a knack for finding himself in the middle of chaos? As a kid, I laughed at his antics. As a parent, I was a kid again revisiting his escapades. And now, as a woman fully steeped in midlife, I realize there just might be some lessons - [STOP! Doing a Number on Yourself!](https://www.danahilmer.com/stop-doing-a-number-on-yourself/) - Why are you doing such a number on yourself regarding your age? Are you… Obsessing over every new wrinkle on your face? Telling yourself that you're falling apart? Berating yourself because you feel “behind” in life? Envious of women younger than you? Justifying your behavior as a "senior moment"? ( I don't know about you but - [I may sound like a boomer...](https://www.danahilmer.com/i-may-be-a-boomer/) - My kids roll their eyes and say I sound like a total boomer - and maybe I do. But here's the thing: when it comes to being healthy and feeling alive, most of the “new” advice out there is really just… getting back to the basics. The way we humans are actually meant to live. - [How Are You REALLY?](https://www.danahilmer.com/how-are-you-really/) - How are you? How are you… really? Not, the quick answer. Not the knee jerk.,“Good, good, how are you?” answer. The full, honest, heart-bearing soul-searching answer. This is the question that was posed in my Positive Psychology program a little over a decade or ago and it had such an impact I use it with - [You Are EVOLVING!](https://www.danahilmer.com/you-are-evolving/) - You are not the same person you were yesterday. And you are definitely not the same person you were 20 years ago. It's so easy to feel like you're not growing and making progress unless years have passed and/or there's a big win to reflect on what you've learned and who you needed to be - [HALF TIME is NOW!](https://www.danahilmer.com/half-time-is-now/) - We all bemoan how quickly time flies and at THIS EXACT MOMENT we are at the midpoint of 2025. This also means that HALF THE YEAR IS AHEAD OF US… and, as in life, the best stuff happens in the second half! If the first half of the year has derailed you in some way - - [Less Grind...Deeper Alignment](https://www.danahilmer.com/less-grind-deeper-alignment/) - I recently got back from a wonderful and challenging 2-week vacation in Greece. The wonderful part is obvious, but challenging? Yes. Because I’m on a healing journey and it required me to do less, to relax and just BE. We typically go on hiking vacations that are jam packed with activity and adventure. This go - [How well do you know your own story?](https://www.danahilmer.com/know-your-story/) - I just finished reading the book The Tell by Amy Griffin and was riveted by her courage to know and understand her own story and the self-compassion she cultivated to heal. Her memoir is an important reminder that we all only know parts of our story because our brains do not encode our full experience. - [Shouldn't I Be More Confident at This Age?](https://www.danahilmer.com/shouldnt-i-be-more-confident-at-this-age/) - Do you ever wish you could tap back into the 20-year old you and navigate life with the carefree confidence you did then? Ever wonder what the heck is wrong with you? Should't I be more confident at this stage of life? You're not alone and you're not crazy. It is harder. All those decades - [Being Happier - 10 Things I've Learned this Past Decade](https://www.danahilmer.com/being-happier-10-things-ive-learned-this-past-decade/) - After coaching hundreds of people through their challenges and transitions, I've come to realize (and truly internalize) that your happiness doesn't depend on that thing or person “out there”. Your happiness is your job alone. And it's an inside job. Since my early days studying Positive Psychology, I've navigated the loss of both parents, launched - [What does your age have to do with it?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-does-your-age-have-to-do-with-it/) - Want to live a longer and healthier life? Chances are you can. According to Yale researcher Dr. Becca Levy, the WAY YOU THINK about aging impacts both the quantity and quality of the years you have remaining on this planet. In fact, she shares that those that have a positive view of aging are likely - [The Duality of Life](https://www.danahilmer.com/the-duality-of-life/) - As I write this, the stock market is tumbling, LA is reeling from devastation and we’re experiencing more political change and uncertainty than we can easily wrap our heads around. Much of the heaviness is visible but some ⎼ our own personal battles ⎼ are invisible, hidden beneath brave faces and casual “I’m fine” responses. - [Embracing a Gentle Start to the New Year](https://www.danahilmer.com/embracing-a-gentle-start-to-the-new-year/) - I’m reaching out today to share something important ⎯ It’s okay to start the year off slowly. In fact, it’s more than okay. Right now there is a lot in the world that feels overwhelming and heavy and the pressure to hit the ground running in January can be intense. I want to remind you - [When Do You Feel Fully Alive?](https://www.danahilmer.com/when-do-you-feel-fully-alive/) - It's January and no, I'm not going to serve up some “New Year, New You” jargon. Why? Because there is nothing about you that needs to be fixed! Instead, I'd like to challenge you to focus on doing more of what makes you FEEL FULLY ALIVE. When you do, you'll not only enjoy yourself more, - [What Did You Learn About Yourself Last Year?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-did-you-learn-about-yourself-last-year/) - Happy 2025! Before you commit to your resolutions and the list of goals that you are currently all fired up about, I have an important question for you to consider… What did you learn about yourself last year? Or, in other words, who did you need to BE to accomplish or overcome the things you’re proud - [Don't Should All Over Your Holidays!](https://www.danahilmer.com/dont-should-all-over-your-holidays/) - Ironically, as I sit down to write this Natalie Merchant's Kind and Generous is playing in the background and her refrain " I want to thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you..." is playing over-and-over again. This of course is the spirit of the holidays. Unfortunately, this sentiment and the - [What has this past decade taught you?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-has-this-past-decade-taught-you/) - I turned 60 this past week and more than anything I feel grateful. This last decade has been, to borrow Glennon Doyle’s word, “Brutiful” with big, exciting, beautiful things (launching my three amazing boys into the world, building Camp Reinvention, traveling to National Parks, to name a few), the daily little joys and annoyances and - [Learning Tricks](https://www.danahilmer.com/learning-tricks/) - LEARNING NEW TRICKS KEEPS YOU YOUNG. When was the last time you learned or experienced something new? The adage that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks isn’t true… even for a dog. In fact, it’s the opposite that’s true… It’s novelty and adventure that keeps you young. Learning new tricks is what keeps - [What do you want to BE when you grow up?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-do-you-want-to-be-when-you-grow-up/) - HOW DO YOU WANT TO EXPERIENCE THIS ONE BEAUTIFUL LIFE OF YOURS? What do you want to be when you grow up? We’ve all been asked that question more times than we can count and chances are we’ve asked that same question of the kids in our lives. The question usually yields answers like… a - [Analysis Paralysis - Are you stuck in your head?](https://www.danahilmer.com/analysis-paralysis-are-you-stuck-in-your-head-2/) - GET OUT OF YOUR HEAD AND INTO ACTION! Even the most ambitious person can find themselves saying "I wish I could just get out of my head!" It’s easy to kid yourself that you’re making progress because you’ve been exerting tons of energy figuring out your next step. But when you’re stuck in your head - [Do you equate your busyness with your worth?](https://www.danahilmer.com/do-you-equate-your-busyness-with-your-worth/) - LIFE CONSISTS ONLY OF MOMENTS, NOTHING MORE THAN THAT. SO IF YOU MAKE THE MOMENT MATTER IT ALL MATTERS. - ELLEN LANGER There is a myth that many of us have bought into... It is the belief that when you are busy - when you are productive - you look successful and are therefore worthy. - [What are you focusing on?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-are-you-focusing-on/) - What you CHOOSE to focus on creates your reality. How’s your day going so far? Chances are the kind of day you’re having has a hell of a lot to do with what you’re choosing to focus on. Case in point… Yesterday, I (Dana) started the day with a gorgeous beach walk. I live in - [We All Need to Matter](https://www.danahilmer.com/we-all-need-to-matter/) - Don’t ever underestimate the impact you may have on someone else’s life. Do you matter? Of course you do! Do you feel like you matter? That can depend on the day. Just ask George Bailey (from the ‘ole favorite, It’s a Wonderful Life). We humans all need to matter. In fact, feeling of value and - [Who are your peeps?](https://www.danahilmer.com/who-are-your-peeps/) - Surround yourself with the dreamers and the doers, the believers and the thinkers. But most of all, surround yourself with those who see the greatness within you, even when you don't see it in yourself. — Edmund Lee Who are your peeps? Do they support you with your dreams? And do they challenge you to - [How do you define success… at this stage of your life?](https://www.danahilmer.com/how-do-you-define-success-at-this-stage-of-your-life-2/) - Success is yours to define. Success is an interesting thing because you can appear successful to others but not feel successful on the inside. We both know this to be true. In our former professional lives, we both achieved what looks to be great success. The boxes were checked and the ladder was climbed and - [Not all action is created equal](https://www.danahilmer.com/not-all-action-is-created-equal/) - YOUR DREAM MATTERS. IF YOU DON’T PRIORITIZE IT, NO ONE WILL. Do you take great pride in checking the boxes on your do list? Perhaps you’ve even added something to the list, after it’s done, just to have the pleasure of crossing it off. Yup, been there, done that! You’re a doer and having a - [Not enough time to pursue your dreams?](https://www.danahilmer.com/not-enough-time-to-pursue-your-dreams/) - PROTECT YOUR TIME LIKE YOUR DREAM DEPENDS ON IT. Most of us, at one time or another, claim that we don’t have enough time. We don’t have enough time to work out. We don’t have enough time for a hobby. We don’t have enough time to hang out with our friends. And we certainly don’t - [Commit to what you want](https://www.danahilmer.com/commit-to-what-you-want/) - If you lack clarity, or you find yourself chasing too many things and/or are distracted and perhaps even derailed every time a shining new opportunity appears, this Camp Notes is for you. Over the next couple of weeks we are going to share with you some of the key elements of our proven process for - [Why are you stuck?](https://www.danahilmer.com/why-are-you-stuck/) - We all get stuck. It’s not something to beat yourself up about. It happens. But when you stay stuck, or get re-stuck, over and over again, you will feel disheartened, like you’re not being the person you most want to be and not living the life you truly want to live. Here’s the good news… - [Wanna be more confident?](https://www.danahilmer.com/wanna-be-more-confident/) - Confidence is the surprising side-effect of getting out of your head and into action. Do you want to be more confident? Then get your buns in action. It’s easy to put off starting a project until you feel more confident, more ready, more informed…But the reality is you will feel more confident, ready and informed - [Are you busy being "busy"?](https://www.danahilmer.com/are-you-busy-being-busy/) - Your success and your worth have nothing to do with how ‘busy’ you are! We are all so damn busy. How many times have you been walking through town and seen someone you haven’t seen in awhile and the exchange goes something like... "How are you?" "Busy, Busy…" "How are you?" No real conversation. No - [Your Challenge is Happening FOR You](https://www.danahilmer.com/your-challenge-is-happening-for-you/) - I pivoted and I persevered… I’m so damn happy that thing I thought I wanted didn’t work out! You are so much more resilient than you think you are. You have overcome lots of challenges. Heck, you’ve been doing that since the day you were born. And whether you recognize it or not, you’ve become - [You Can Decide to Be Happy](https://www.danahilmer.com/you-can-decide-to-be-happy/) - You can’t wait until life isn’t hard anymore before you decide to be happy. — Jane Marczewski (a.k.a. “Nightbird”) If you have been reading my writing for a little while you likely know the core belief that guides all the work I do…. It is never too late to pursue a dream. I have been - [Let's do a little celebrating, shall we?](https://www.danahilmer.com/lets-do-a-little-celebrating-shall-we/) - Life is about moments so take the time to celebrate and remember the moments that matter. We’ve been doing a little happy dance over at Camp Reinvention headquarters as today marks our CAMPiversary! One year ago today we dove head first into our "Covid pivot" of creating CAMP Online. And we’re so damn happy we - [Wake up to JOY](https://www.danahilmer.com/wake-up-to-joy/) - THIS WEEK: What Gets You Up in the Morning? Do what makes you happy AND pursue what lights you up! When was the last time you woke up with joy? With a sense of eager anticipation for what the day will bring? If you’re not sure, you’re not alone. Jobs, care taking and the never ending - [Are you listening?](https://www.danahilmer.com/are-you-listening/) - One of the biggest gifts you can give to someone you love is your undivided attention. The #1 predictor of your happiness and wellbeing is the quality of your relationships. We humans need to belong. Want want to be understood. And we need to know that we matter. So if you want to have loving, - [What Do You REALLY Want?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-do-you-really-want/) - If you lack clarity, or you find yourself chasing too many things and/or are derailed every time a shiny new opportunity appears, this is written for you. Clarity is power. The clearer you are about what you want, the better your chance is of actually achieving it. We humans all need to strive for something - [What are you waiting for?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-are-you-waiting-for/) - If we wait until we’re ready, we’ll be waiting for the rest of our lives." - Unknown How many times have these words come flying out of your mouth? When I have more time I will… I’ll be ready when … I can’t take time for my dream because… Who am I to think I can…? - [The Happy Key](https://www.danahilmer.com/the-happy-key/) - How many times have you thought that happiness is sitting right on the other side of... ...landing the dream job? ...finding romance? ...losing weight? ...or making more money? In truth, things are the other way around. Events and circumstances, it turns out, do not deliver happiness. Research has shown that while they may provide a - [Pay attention to what you're paying attention to](https://www.danahilmer.com/pay-attention-to-what-youre-paying-attention-to/) - I just sucked one year of your life away. I might one day go as high as five, but I don't know what that would do to you... -Count Rugen - The Princess Bride I know you've heard it before. Your phone is a time suck. Technology is getting in the way of reality. Social - [Listen Up](https://www.danahilmer.com/listen-up/) - Did you know that the #1 predictor of your happiness and wellbeing is the quality of your relationships? We need to belong. We want to be understood. And we need to know that we matter. So, if you want to have loving, beautiful relationships you really do need to listen. Truly listen. It’s all too - [Stuck in your head?](https://www.danahilmer.com/stuck-in-your-head/) - Even the most ambitious person can find themselves saying "I wish I could just get out of my head!" It’s easy to kid yourself that you’re making progress because you’ve been exerting tons of energy figuring out your next step. But when you’re stuck in your head you are NOT making progress. You need to - [Is Uncertainty Getting You Down?](https://www.danahilmer.com/is-uncertainty-getting-you-down-2/) - Uncertainty tends to have its way with us in midlife. And it’s really uncomfortable. Humans like certainty. We want to know. We want to plan. We want to control. In fact most of us would rather be certain about something – anything really – even if we don’t like what we’re certain about. That’s why - [Dump the Guilt](https://www.danahilmer.com/dump-the-guilt-2/) - PRIORITIZING YOUR HAPPINESS AND WELLBEING IS NOT SELFISH. In fact, it's one of the biggest gifts you can give to those you love. - [Conjoined Twins No More](https://www.danahilmer.com/conjoined-twins-no-more/) - Wendy and I have been conjoined twins for four years now. What ???? That's right. Thanks to the magic of Photoshop, in almost every promotional picture we've put out in the world we've been digitally conjoined to (kind of) appear like a picture was taken of the two of us together. "But why? You may ask. - [Busy, Busy](https://www.danahilmer.com/busy-busy/) - We are all so damn busy. How many times have you been walking through town and seen someone you haven’t seen in a while and the exchange goes something like... "How are you?" "Busy, Busy…" "How are you?" No real conversation. No real connection. And the day moves on, one do-list item at a time. - [I want to feel fully ALIVE](https://www.danahilmer.com/i-want-to-feel-fully-alive/) - I recently turned 59 and with each passing year I'm acutely aware of how lucky I am to be alive and how precious the remaining days are that we have left on earth. While we don't get to decide how many days we have left, we do get to choose how we're going to live - [I Suck (and joyfully so)](https://www.danahilmer.com/i-suck-and-joyfully-so/) - It's been a long time since I sucked at something. I'm not saying this to brag because the truth is, it's been ages since I tried something totally and uncomfortably new... just for fun. And this something is art because I've considered myself to be "not artistic" since the tree I drew in 8th grade - [Loving What Is](https://www.danahilmer.com/loving-what-is/) - It's that time of year when we're celebrating LOVE... While we're busy celebrating the love we have for the people in our lives and (hopefully) the love we have for ourselves, there is a 3rd type of love that is often forgotten... LOVING WHAT IS. We're often so busy doing, accomplishing, creating and buying that - [I Am Woman](https://www.danahilmer.com/i-am-woman/) - I remember like it was yesterday... Singing, with my 6th grade bestie, at the top of our lungs (with microphone pool stick in hand) ... Helen Reddy's "I AM WOMAN, HEAR ME ROAR, ... " I loved that song - Such strong, optimistic, empowering words. Words that became a call-to-action for our generation and for generations of women - [What are you waiting for?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-are-you-waiting-for-2/) - "If we wait until we’re ready, we’ll be waiting for the rest of our lives.” – Unknown How many times have the following words come flying out of your mouth...? "When I have more time I will…" "I’ll be ready when …" "I can’t take time for my dream (or me) because…" "Who am I - [Could you use a little soul care?](https://www.danahilmer.com/could-you-use-a-little-soul-care/) - I met with one of my amazing clients today, a woman that radiates love, energy and a contagious zest for life. Not to say she doesn't have her challenges, she does. It's how she keeps herself grounded, at peace and intentional that makes all the difference in how she navigates these challenges. We can all - [The 1440 Minutes You Have Today](https://www.danahilmer.com/the-1440-minutes-you-have-today/) - I'm so happy I took Monday afternoon off to experience the awe of the solar eclipse. We had a partial (90%) eclipse, and it was amazing to see how much light remained with just a sliver of sun peaking through. It got me thinking... WHY ARE SO MANY PEOPLE LIVING THEIR LIVES WITH JUST A - [The Time that You Have](https://www.danahilmer.com/the-time-you-have/) - I've been thinking alot lately about the preciousness of life and the gift of every one of these days we have here on earth. My dad just passed and he was fortunate to be gifted 31,540 of these days. It brings me so much peace to know that the last 16 years of his life - [Don't Worry](https://www.danahilmer.com/dont-worry/) - If you're feeling worried, overwhelmed, depleted and/or down this this little guy has you covered. When he says "EVERYTHING WILL BE ALL RIGHT", I believe him. Perhaps you will too. Enjoy!! And have a wonderful rest of the week! Seriously, don't worry. "Worry" is brilliant at only one thing - Robbing you of this moment. And - [Turning 60](https://www.danahilmer.com/turning-60/) - Back in my NYC days, I loved rollerblading around Central Park. Despite the epic fall that created the largest, most magnificent bruise I have ever seen, I loved it. The freedom, the speed, the coolness of experiencing the city that I love on 4 tiny wheels.\ I was 28 then, and I remember my mom's - [It May Suck](https://www.danahilmer.com/it-may-suck/) - I had a sobering experience this week... I challenged myself to take a Barre class and it totally kicked my butt. Who knew a ballerina bar with lots of small, deceptively demanding exercises could be such a challenge! Yikes! I've always viewed myself as a pretty athletic person, able to go on a hike, a - [Permission Granted](https://www.danahilmer.com/permission-granted/) - I've worked with hundreds of people and the grand majority of them have one thing in common: They don't give themselves permission to do the thing they want to do. They are waiting... to have more money, for more time, to have better health, more knowledge... for a bullet-proof plan, to be enough. And, to - [You are Like a Plant](https://www.danahilmer.com/you-are-like-a-plant/) - You are like a plant. Too little sun and water, and you won’t thrive. Too much sun and water, and you won’t thrive either. You need balance. To live well, you need the perfect amount of work, fun, rest, challenge, peace and love. If the balance is out of whack, you'll feel it. And if - [You're Glorious Badass](https://www.danahilmer.com/youre-glorious-badass/) - You're so much stronger than you think you are. With decades under your belt... You've moved mountains, accomplished great things and overcome lots of challenges. You've been doing that since the day you were born. And you've become stronger with every win and with every challenge you've overcome. You just don't think about that. In - [What Are You Looking Forward to Today?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-are-you-looking-forward-to-today/) - What are your first thoughts of the day? Does it have something to do with the stuff you didn't get done yesterday? The many things you need to do today? Your concerns about tomorrow? If yes, that is no way to start your day. Instead, begin your day with a little anticipation.... Ask yourself... "What - [Hell No!](https://www.danahilmer.com/hell-no/) - We recently returned from a trip to the Canadian Rockies and I have never seen mountains so majestic and vast… truly spectacular! Everywhere we looked we were surrounded and they seemed to go on forever. On one of our last days we hiked a peak that was like no other that I’ve climbed. A peak - [“Retirement “– What does that mean to you?](https://www.danahilmer.com/retirement-what-does-that-mean-to-you/) - We’re living longer, healthier lives than ever before AND YET for some stupid reason almost all of us are still subscribing to the 1950’s paradigm of retirement, when a person (typically a man) would have - if lucky - a couple of years to relax and play before their final day. Now, if someone “retires” - [It Doesn’t Matter At What Age You Start](https://www.danahilmer.com/it-doesnt-matter-at-what-age-you-start/) - Happy Friday to you! I’m dropping in to share some thoughts I’d love for you to play with this weekend…. What do YOU REALLY WANT to create in your life? Give yourself permission to dream and write it down. What about you and your life circumstances will help you create this? Write a list of - [Embrace Your Inner Turtle](https://www.danahilmer.com/embrace-your-inner-turtle/) - Ever feel like a turtle? All armored up and not venturing out of your comfort zone for fear of being vulnerable, unsuccessful, or not good enough in one way or another? Yep. Been there, done that. But, as I’ve learned, like the turtle you need to stick your neck out if you want to thrive. - [Who are your peeps?](https://www.danahilmer.com/who-are-your-peeps-2/) - I’ve been thinking a lot about the importance of community and connection recently. A couple of weeks ago I went to my friend Allison Gilbert’s talk about The Joy of Connections, a book she co-wrote with the amazing Dr. Ruth Westheimer. If you’re feeling a bit lonely or simply craving more connection in your life - [Anxiety Getting the Best of You?](https://www.danahilmer.com/anxiety-getting-the-best-of-you/) - Menopause did a number on me. I have always thought of myself as driven AND calm, striking a balance between “doing” and truly enjoying and being present to my days. With estrogen dropping off the cliff, that has changed. I now experience so much more anxiety than I did and even with meditation, daily walks - [What Really Makes You Happy?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-really-makes-you-happy/) - The answer is different for everybody and it can be found in the everyday moments, the moments you might miss if you’re not paying attention. Where happiness does not reside is in the bigger house, the juicier paycheck, the skinnier jeans. Happiness is more about enjoying the present AND having some meaning and purpose to - [You’re So Not Alone!](https://www.danahilmer.com/youre-so-not-alone/) - I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how we never really know what’s going on behind someone’s smile. In the past few years I’ve had the pleasure of working with over a hundred women (and a few good men) and what I’ve come to fully realize is no matter how different we may seem, we - [Ask Yourself This Question Every Day](https://www.danahilmer.com/ask-yourself-this-question-every-day/) - Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or perhaps totally derailed on the goals you set out for yourself this year? Ask yourself this question every day to keep moving in the direction you want to go. Now I’d love to hear from you. What is that goal you have that gets you excited every time you - [What Do You Wish You Started a Year Ago?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-do-you-wish-you-started-a-year-ago/) - Is there something you wish you started a year ago? 5 years ago? Chances are there’s a story in your head holding you back. Take a look at that story and commit to action that is aligned with your vision and the person you most want to be. 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And by the way, self-doubt - [Your happiness matters](https://www.danahilmer.com/your-happiness-matters/) - "Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success..." -Albert Schweitzer How many times have you made the assumption that you will finally be happy when you... ... land the dream job? ...find romance? ...lose 10 pounds? . ..make more money? Success does not deliver happiness. Though it's a misperception that many - [Ditch Perfection](https://www.danahilmer.com/ditch-perfection/) - "Perfectionism is just fear in really good shoes." -Elizabeth Gilbert The desire to be perfect and to be in control may be alluring, however it’s usually both unrealistic and unattainable. It can also stop you from pursuing what matters to you, be a big source of happiness, and, if left unchecked, can lead to anxiety - [Love Yourself First](https://www.danahilmer.com/love-yourself-first/) - Self-care is giving the world the best of you, instead of what’s left of you.. - Katie Reed You've heard the airplane metaphor - the one that advises you to put the oxygen mask on yourself first and then, and only then, can you assist others. If you're like most people, you're probably thinking "Yeah, yeah...this again. I - [What do you believe?](https://www.danahilmer.com/what-do-you-believe/) - Beliefs are the hidden scripts of our lives. -Marie Forleo At this wise and wonderful stage of your life you know what works for you and you know what doesn’t…. And you have so much more life yet to experience. 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