Greetings!

There's a saying that "we teach what we need to learn and write what we need to read," and I can certainly attest to that! Because we are all connected and on some level experiencing the same waves of energy, there can be a lot of commonalities you may or may not be aware of, especially during big transformative times like these.

I like to share what I am going through and what I observe in my friends, clients and people in general (whether at the store, on the street, news, on social media) with the hope that these missives address whatever you might be dealing with, and offer either some confirmation so you know that you are not alone in what you're experiencing (which in and of itself can make you feel better), and/or some perspective, solution or relief to help you get through.

These past couple of weeks have definitely been one of those times! I mentioned the intensity in last week's PGG The Big Squeeze, and this week I feel like it got even more ratcheted up. (And because the micro reflects macro and vice versa, you can see this in the world as well, for example like the tensions with China this week...). Those of us who are more sensitive feel these things more overall, too.

I talked about this in a video I posted on IG on Wednesday, and yesterday felt things so intensely this majorly heat-averse gal went outside to exercise in 90 degrees with 80% humidity! But sweating it out worked. Pent-up or stuck energy needs to be moved and released or processed, so if crying or taking a nap didn't help, for me a little hot tai chi and booty shaking did.

Because I believe in a benevolent Universe (and do personal growth stuff for a living!), I am also paying attention to what the stress or tension is trying to teach me, or liberate me from, or wants me to change, as there is always a higher purpose, even if unpleasant.... Humans have a hard time doing this on their own so sometimes we have to learn in the not-so-fun way! (Click here for my essay Beauty in the Breakdown).

Anyhoo, this week's PGG reflects some of these themes. If none of this applies to you, rejoice! You can just wait for next week's PGG, or check out my email here for this month's CONNECTING WITH KRISTINA on Wednesday, August 17th. In it you will also see info about my Special Coaching Anniversary Offer, which is a great opportunity to work with me at a significantly reduced rate.

And for more support, as one Amazon reviewer writes, my new book Say It To Make It: Affirmations to Empower the Heart, Mind, Spirit and Soul "Comes in handy right when you need it! It's the perfect on the go size and if practiced properly is a really powerful tool." Check out this video with some of the folks who have it, as well as some reviews and purchase on Amazon here. If you have a copy - thank you! - and please consider writing a review and/or posting on social media with the hashtag #sayittomakeit. Click here for all the IG posts so far and scroll down to learn more and read what others are saying.

Today's PGG Video of the Week is how these challenging time are a huge gift; this week's Instagram post might help you to take a breath and focus on the bigger picture. To help lift your spirits and shake it your booty, today's PGG Vibe of the Week is Earth, Wind & Fire's Getaway.

Lastly, THANK YOU for being here and for being part of my community! If any of my essays, coaching, talks, videos or posts have helped you along your career/life journey, here are a few ways you can show your appreciation and support my work:


And as always, please feel free to contact me with any comments about anything.

Big Hug <3
Kristina

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