Modern Mindset Coaching

07/27/2025

Sometimes a “non-lunch” lunch is exactly what’s needed. Today’s grazing platter brought together sweet strawberries, creamy cheeses, crunchy nuts, and fresh cucumber—each bite a new experience. 🥂

The best part? Using this board I brought back from Belize, from a trip where I learned the importance of savoring life—and now I get to share it.

✨ It all starts at the table. Real food. Real connection. Real joy.

07/26/2025

Yesterday turned into an unplanned workout. 💪

I tried on every single piece of clothing I own while my daughter sat on the floor giving each item a thumbs-up or thumbs-down.

✅ Lots of jumping up and down to get into jeans.
✅ Plenty of wiggling and squirming to get OUT of dresses.
✅ A surprising number of contortions I’m counting as yoga.

🎉 Big wins:
✨ 664 calories burned
✨ A huge stack of “no” clothes ready to donate
✨ And a closet that finally feels like me — filled only with clothes that make me feel fabulous.

Sometimes clearing clutter isn’t just about space—it’s about energy.

👉 What’s one thing you could clear out today to make space for something better?

07/25/2025

This week has been an emotional roller coaster.

I considered an opportunity that would have meant picking up, moving to another state, and stepping into a whole new version of myself. The thought of that kind of change stirred up a lot—hope, nerves, and a reminder that one of the downsides of being self-employed is providing your own benefits.

Another conversation cracked open a new path for my coaching business, one I hadn’t considered before. And then the recent flooding in Kerrville brought old friends checking in, memories rushing back, and plenty of alone time for me to sit with it all.

I’ll admit, I binged Firefly Lane (hello, tears), journaled for three hours this morning, and then decided to tackle my bedroom closet—purging, reorganizing, and deep cleaning.

Somewhere between the piles of clothes and my scribbled journal pages, I remembered one of the first lessons from my health and life coach training:

✨ Clear the clutter. Make room for possibility. Clarity comes when we remove the weight—both physical and mental.

This weekend, I’m making space for whatever’s next.

How do you process emotionally heavy weeks?

Do you write, clean, walk, cry, create—or something else entirely?

I’d really love to hear your strategies in the comments. You never know who might read your words and find exactly the reminder or idea they need today.

~ Catherine

07/24/2025

It starts at the table.

Not just with food—but with how we nourish our lives.

Today, that meant preparing a hot lunch for a hardworking team: grilled pork chops, roasted peaches, jalapeños, poblano peppers, queso fresco mashed potatoes, garlicky green beans, and a Mexican brownie with fresh berries for dessert.

The joy in their eyes reminded me: when we pause, when we gather, when we savor—something inside us resets.

As a coach (and a chef), I believe transformation begins when we make space for real nourishment. Not just meals, but meaningful moments.

✨ If you’re craving more energy, joy, and connection—your next chapter might just start at the table, too.

07/24/2025

Do any of you keep an online journal on your iPad or iPhone? I seem to find my writing flow when I’m using the mini keyboard on my iPad, while sitting in my sunroom, in my oversized chair. I’ve just been using notes to journal and would like to find a journaling app. What do you love to use for journaling?

07/22/2025

STRESS ISN’T JUST A FEELING—IT’S A FULL-BODY WARNING SIGNAL.

Your body knows before your brain does.
That chronic headache? The bloating? The insomnia?
The way your fuse is suddenly so short?

That’s stress whispering then shouting:
“Something needs to change.”

And here’s the truth:
You can’t out-run it.
You can’t out-supplement it.
And you definitely can’t ignore it forever.

But you can reduce it.
Not with a quick fix.
But with a full-life realignment.
Through real food. Intentional habits. Mindset rewiring.
Through rituals that regulate you, not more chaos.

✨ That’s what we do together.
Not just manage stress—but heal from it.
Not just survive—but reconnect with joy, energy, and peace.

Your healthiest, happiest life starts at the table.
And it continues with how you live, breathe, move, and treat yourself every day.

📥 Ready to get back in control of your life and your health?
Let’s talk.
📅 Book a call: Link in bio

07/16/2025

Ever said yes to something… not knowing where it would lead?
I have. Many times. And even when it didn’t go how I imagined, it changed me.

From walking away from a steady chef business, to flying solo to Italy, to navigating closed doors that led to even better ones—this story is for anyone who’s scared to take the next step.

✨ Saying yes to opportunity isn’t about certainty. It’s about courage.

👇 Read the full story in the comments & let me know:
What’s the last door you opened?

07/16/2025

💭 Tired of always assuming the worst? Try this 10-second mindset shift.

Your brain has a negativity bias. It’s not your fault—it’s biology. But you can rewrite it.

👉 Here’s your brain-rewiring challenge for today:

Every time you catch yourself thinking:
🔸 “This probably won’t work.”
🔸 “They’re ignoring me.”
🔸 “I’m failing at this.”

Pause.
Then say out loud:
“What if this is just the beginning of something better?”

That one sentence flips the script from fear to curiosity.
From defeat to possibility.
From “ugh” to “maybe…”

🔁 The more often you practice this, the faster your brain learns that optimism is safe—and powerful.

✨ Your thoughts shape your reality. Start reshaping with this tiny but mighty reframe.

07/15/2025

Did you ever daydream about running away as a kid?
Pajamas packed, heart full of hope, off to Mary’s house down the street?

Sometimes, even as adults, that urge doesn’t go away.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready to run—this one’s for you.
I’m sharing some real-life mindset reset strategies that help you breathe, pause, and reclaim your day (without needing a passport). 🌏

✨ Full blog link is in the first comment.

07/12/2025

I used to joke about tattooing ‘How may I serve you?’ on my forehead—because that’s how my life felt. But it wasn’t funny anymore when I broke down.

A true story for anyone wondering what comes after burnout... (Hint: it's not just survival.)”

Want the whole story? Link in bio on my website: Modern Mindset Coaching, Blog: The Story Behind the Plate, or click on the link below in the comments.

07/11/2025

A slip of the tongue in a hair salon turned into one of the most unexpected life lessons I’ve ever received.
What started as small talk became a powerful reminder about judgment, self-discovery—and how real connection begins when we learn to truly listen.
This story shaped how I coach and how I live.
✨ Are you surrounded by good eggs?
Read more: https://wix.to/EbEM7mc

A funny slip at a hair salon sparked a powerful lesson on judgment, self-discovery, and how coaching taught me to truly listen—with compassi

07/10/2025

Our community near Kerrville is hurting right now. Friends and families are searching for loved ones. Families are grieving. The loss is heavy.

And when the world around us feels broken, it often cracks open tender places in our own hearts.

In this video, I share a message that came up as I sat with all the emotions: It is important to treat yourself with compassion.

Imagine yourself as a young child who has fallen and gotten hurt. Wouldn’t you want someone to say, “It’s okay. I’ve got you. Let me help you up.” You can be that person for yourself.

If this resonates, I hope you’ll take a moment to pause. Journal. Breathe. Call a friend. Reflect. Be kind to yourself.

And if someone in your life might need to hear this message, please feel free to share it.

If you need someone to just listen, I’m here.