Brush More, Bathe Less.
After getting off a rollercoaster I rushed over to my younger daughter and asked, “Annabelle, weren’t you scared?!” She just shrugged and responded nonchalantly, “Yeah, but that’s why we ride the rides, right? So we can get scared.” Exactly! Sometimes life can be so scary, and you may feel like you’re about to die. But … More “That’s Why We’re Here”
Understanding the 5 stages of grief is having such a positive impact on me! It doesn’t make the pain I feel go away, but it does help me navigate through it with more clarity and awareness. I’m still in the depressed, sad stage – and I find myself still bargaining. Trying to get back that … More Going Through The 5 Stages of Grief
What makes life worth living? Why are we really here? What makes our time here worthwhile? I share my thoughts on these important questions in this episode. Listen to the most recent episode of my podcast: Living a Meaningful Life: https://anchor.fm/junthegroomer/episodes/Living-a-Meaningful-Life-e7s0gg
I’m heading down to Orlando, FL to groom a dangerously aggressive Shih Tzu. Because I believe this is what I’m meant to do. I’m grateful for the opportunity to use my gifts and talents to help others. I cannot help everyone, but I am uniquely qualified to help this troubled dog that needs me. This … More Heading to Orlando to Groom the Impossible
I had a dream last night that really bothered me. I was invited to a dinner party at one of my client’s house, and I was surrounded by wealthy people inside a huge mansion. I felt so out of place and more than a bit insecure. When dinner was finally served, I very meekly asked … More Be Your Own Advocate
I was feeling super sad this morning and it was starting to affect me physically. It was triggered by looking at a cat’s tail plant during my walk this morning. It reminded me of when I would pluck one of the stalks for my daughter, Ava, while I would push her in her stroller when … More What To Do When Feeling Down
I had a day off yesterday, and I originally planned on changing my engine oil, working on emails, running a few errands, going to the gym, walking my dogs in the evening and then finally getting some rest because I have a very busy week ahead of me. Instead I decided to go up and … More Doing Things That Matter
This was exactly lesson that I needed last night…
Because the past does not want me there. But this present moment needs me here. … More The Past Does Not Want You
This is probably one of the most meaningful conversations I’ve ever had. My friend Lee has graciously offered her time, and courageously shared some of the most difficult experiences a human being can ever go through. She has dealt with depression and suicidal thoughts for most of her life. In this conversation Lee shares with … More A Conversation with My Friend Lee
As I got to meet and talk to groomers in all different stages in their career, it seems to me that many of us are asking very similar questions. I’d like give my thoughts on the most commonly asked questions. … More The Houston World Series of Dog Shows: My 3 Takeaways
