Cold Confidence

10/29/2025

Ponderings from the ice bath:

Do you know when you are happy?

How do you know? Is it a feeling? *Just* a feeling?

Is it a thought- "this is happy"?

Do you hit 'pause' and give it that acknowledgment?

Do you accept it without question, lean in and enjoy it- happiness?

Do you see it, voice it, and give thanks for it - sing its praises- in order to more clearly cement it into your brain?

Do you witness happiness in others and tell yourself stories that you won't ever have that? That it's not for you... it is for other people? Other kinds of people? *Happy* people??

Do you know that happiness is a choice? It chooses you, sometimes, that's true. And it may seem to choose some people more often or more easily ...

But what if that's not true? What if the other people, those people, are just excellent attractors, excellent at calling happiness in... good at choosing to be happy- regardless of what is, or is not, happening around them?

10/22/2025

I am currently in a book study of Brene Brown's Strong Ground
and feeling the desire to revisit Dare to Lead.

Some of you- I'm sure not all- know that I am Dare to Lead Trained and have held Dare to Lead book studies twice so far at Cold Confidence... they were both 8 weeks long and included an ice bath at every session.

My space situation changed, and it has changed again slightly... and while I am wanting to revisit DTL I am wondering if anyone would like to join me? I do have all of the materials and, as I mentioned, went through the 5 month program twice.

Currently I'm just feeling it out- determining if there is a desire for me to do it again. I can not offer it to as many people but could probably accommodate 4 comfortably, but not until December- and so starting in January would probably be the best bet.

I'll make a decision based on interest, so if it is something you'd like to do- please let me know!

7 Powerful Lessons from "Dare to Lead" by Brené Brown
"Dare to Lead" is a guide to courageous leadership, focusing on the importance of vulnerability, empathy, and authenticity. Here are 7 powerful lessons from the book:
1. The Courage to Be Vulnerable: Vulnerability is not a weakness but a sign of courage. By embracing vulnerability, leaders can build trust, create a positive work culture, and inspire their teams.
2. The Power of Empathy: Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. By practicing empathy, leaders can build stronger relationships, create a more inclusive environment, and motivate their teams.
3. The Importance of Authenticity: Authenticity is being true to yourself and your values. Authentic leaders inspire trust and loyalty in their teams.
4. The Dangers of Rumination: Rumination is the tendency to dwell on negative thoughts and feelings. It can be harmful to your mental health and your leadership effectiveness.
5. The Power of Self-Compassion: Self-compassion is essential for emotional well-being and effective leadership. Treat yourself with kindness and understanding.
6. The Importance of Difficult Conversations: Difficult conversations are an essential part of leadership. By learning how to have tough conversations effectively, leaders can address challenges and build stronger relationships.
7. The Power of Courage: Courage is the willingness to do what is right, even when it is difficult. Courageous leaders inspire others to take risks and achieve their goals.

7 Powerful Lessons from "Dare to Lead" by Brené Brown
"Dare to Lead" is a guide to courageous leadership, focusing on the importance of vulnerability, empathy, and authenticity. Here are 7 powerful lessons from the book:

1. The Courage to Be Vulnerable: Vulnerability is not a weakness but a sign of courage. By embracing vulnerability, leaders can build trust, create a positive work culture, and inspire their teams.

2. The Power of Empathy: Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. By practicing empathy, leaders can build stronger relationships, create a more inclusive environment, and motivate their teams.

3. The Importance of Authenticity: Authenticity is being true to yourself and your values. Authentic leaders inspire trust and loyalty in their teams.

4. The Dangers of Rumination: Rumination is the tendency to dwell on negative thoughts and feelings. It can be harmful to your mental health and your leadership effectiveness.

5. The Power of Self-Compassion: Self-compassion is essential for emotional well-being and effective leadership. Treat yourself with kindness and understanding.

6. The Importance of Difficult Conversations: Difficult conversations are an essential part of leadership. By learning how to have tough conversations effectively, leaders can address challenges and build stronger relationships.

7. The Power of Courage: Courage is the willingness to do what is right, even when it is difficult. Courageous leaders inspire others to take risks and achieve their goals.

BOOK: https://amzn.to/4cNrOA9

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10/16/2025

I dream of going to Sauna Camp... and their contents lately has been 🔥!

10/12/2025

I know it's been a while... but I'll be OPEN another 'Sometime Saturday', NEXT Saturday- October 18th!!

If you'd like to book a 90 minute time-slot, you'll get solo-time in the studio to use the sauna and ice-bath as you see fit.

I highly recommend 3 cycles of 20 minute sauna, 2 minutes settle, 3 minutes plunge- repeat x2 in order to leave here feeling ALL relax-y but strangely ready to conquer your day/weekend!

AND... you are invited to bring a friend for half-off (only $20), knowing that my sauna is a two-seater, a cozy-two seater... so bring a friend you really (really) like. ;)

Too schedule, you must text me at 253.831.1155. Spots are limited and first come, first booked!

10/06/2025

Don Powers and I have been on a much- enjoyed vacation, but I'll be back in the studio this week and will open for a Sometime Saturday soon!

While here, we cold plunged in waterfalls and visited our very favorite wellness spot on the island, ! Here is a video of us very much enjoying the cold... 🥶

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPX3gkAkSsd/?igsh=M2VrcTBocmt0M3Jk

09/20/2025

The very best sort of day!

We journaled and played.... we breathed and we cried... we danced and we ice bathed and we shared...

09/07/2025

If you wanted to join us, here is your sign... act now and we will see you in 2 weeks! Sarah McGhinnis

09/06/2025

I am so, SO excited about this! And, I can hardly believe I haven't held an event since this past December... the Cold Moon... so you can believe I am READY!

PLUS... you guys... you will LOVE Sarah McGhinnis, if you don't already know her! We met last year October, when I started taking her Cardio Drum classes 2x a week. I did (she knows) believe it sounded hokey but it turned out to be FUN and something I looked forward to so much! I even talked friends into going (it was at 7 AM, heehee).

Sarah McGhinnis has a degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Health and Wellness and has been teaching fitness classes for 30 years. Cardio drumming has recently become one of her most popular classes and her favorite to teach. She also became a certified Spiritual Director from St. Placid Priory and walks with individuals and groups on their spiritual journey. She founded Madrona Journey in 2023 with the desire to pair her fitness experience with spiritual wellness. She loves bringing people together and building community.

We have been working together on several different things and thought what a great way to end the summer than to share with our friends and clients!

Fall is upon us and we thought... let's have a workshop to 1. set people up for success with a 'tool-box' workshop as the 'season of busy' gets started and our days get shorter 2. exercise together outside (while we can + the FUN I mentioned) 3. breathwork (also outside = dreamy!) 4. icebath (do a hard thing) and 5. pool time! AND... let's just admit it... any excuse (or 5!) is a good excuse to come together, have coffee, visit... some and develop a rock-solid plan to survive the next few months!

We've got this ladies!

There are limited spots... ( 🙁 ) so go sign up if you want to come! I/we have surprises in store, too, and can't wait to work together to share what we have learned these past few months!

First workshop of it's kind! We'll relax- lower your cortisol, then spike our adrenaline then our dopamine, norepinephrine and oxytocin. You will love it! All before noon!

All you have to do is sign up, wear layers (and a swim suit), bring a towel and a comfy blanket (if you want) and show up! I can't wait! https://www.madronajourney.com/contact

08/27/2025

Olympic Hot Tub is donating $50 a minute for your 1st 5 minutes to Clean Water, a charity that provides clean water to people who need it!

Multiple locations, you can plunge as often as possible between now and the 31st!

While talking to an employee today, we thought it would be fun to bring in a group... so, who wants to come with me??

I will be there both Friday and Saturday morning at 10:30 and am happy to guide anyone if needed-or wanted.... this is a fantastic opportunity to try a cold plunge if my ice bath (33°) has kept you from giving it a go... they have the water set at 50°.

Free ice bath/raise money for charity... win/win!

I'll be at the Tacoma location on 6th Ave next to LA Fitness.

08/05/2025

Thrilled to see what we know making its way to the masses! Don and I have worn Oura rings for nearly 4 years and today I was sent this article on ways to reset the nervous system and boost vagal tone. Thanks, ŌURA !!