Spread Too Thin? Have Some Energy “Pie”

February 26, 2009 by Barb Scala  
Filed under Articles, self discovery

Do you have enough energy to do the things you want to do? Or does life control you instead of you controlling your life?

Let’s find out with the Energy Pie. Draw a circle and pretend it’s a pie. Now slice up each piece of the pie according to all the things you do based on the energy you expend. A bigger slice means you spend lots of energy on that particular area of your life while a smaller piece shows that you are either conserving energy or don’t have enough to go around. Read more

How to S.T.A.R.T. to Get Organized

February 18, 2009 by Barb Scala  
Filed under Articles, home & office, organize

Are things piling up and you don’t know where to start? I love acronyms and this one will help you begin to de-clutter, simplify and organize.

S - Start Simple… and then build momentum to tackle bigger jobs.
T - Time It… 10 minutes is a manageable allotment of time to get something done. Too long and you won’t come back and finish the job. Read more

Want To Be Happier? Keep a Positive Thought Pad

February 18, 2009 by Barb Scala  
Filed under Articles, self discovery

Take a break from doom and gloom news and get positive! Here’s how to start exercising your optimism muscle and be happier.

Throw a small spiral notebook (3 x 5 inches) into your bag and have it handy for when you start to critique the woman in front of you in the line at the bank for a mismatched ensemble. Read more

Not Loving Life? Be a Passion Detective

February 10, 2009 by Barb Scala  
Filed under Articles, self discovery

If you’re not loving life, discover what you are passionate about. Clues are all around you. Look at the magazines you read and the topics of conversation which always peek your interest. How about delving into the past? What have you neglected to do that you used to enjoy? And don’t forget about dreaming. If you could be doing anything right now, what would it be? Read more

GIRLFRIEND SUMMIT-Next Date To Be Announced

February 1, 2009 by Barb Scala  
Filed under Events, What's New


Capitalize on the power of a group of women to create the life you dream of living. Yes, even in this economy! Bring your girlfriend, someone special in your life or come on your own and meet other like minded women to re-focus, re-design and re-build.

Details and Place To Be Announced

Presented by the GabGals™, Kari, Dana and Barb who are professional speakers, coaches and girlfriends themselves, this is going to be a day to set new goals, get on track and move forward with a purpose because when women get together, mountains move. This unique program takes the best exercises and presentations from top trainers, combined with the power of your network, to REALLY accomplish something new in your life. Walk away with a game plan and a firm support system in place. Did we mention have a blast? That too! Read more