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I love this poem. ⁣ ⁣ Chances are, you’re noticing a bit of a chasm between the life you are currently leading and the life “you think” you should be leading. We all have this gap right now. In fact, many of us experience this gap even when we are not quarantined with a global pandemic.⁣ ⁣ We are each conditioned to go, to produce, to DO. And so, it seems we have two options: (1) Resist OR (2) Accept. I recommend the latter. ⁣ ⁣ I pray this is true for you right now, if possible, remind yourself that you are in fact here, breathing, alive and well(ish). Even if this seems too simple of an acknowledgement in such complex times, for now, let that be enough. ⁣ ⁣ Notice it.⁣ ⁣ The trick, then, is to notice the chasm between what is and what you think should be. Live with the tension. Cozy up in the space between; get comfortable with the discomfort. ⁣ ⁣ Friends, this is life, in all its glory. Let’s not numb it or reject it. Let’s not wish it away hoping for days void of hardship. Let’s attempt to live our lives in the space between. And know that this is where the real work is done. The accepting and acknowledging of what is brings us closer to the truth of what truly matters. ⁣ ⁣ Happy Sunday. ⁣ ⁣ ⁣

#coronavirusquarantine No words needed. 🤣🤣

#nationalpuppyday I don’t have words for how much this cavapoo has changed our lives for the better. Her name is Princess- aptly named by my daughter, Marlie. This picture was taken five years ago on Christmas Day. We all look back on that day as one of the best in our lives. She is magic, she is healing, she is a gift, she is Princess. 🐶❤️

Hi friends, Hope everyone is well and staying healthy! Since it’s #throwbackthursday- I thought I’d post some throwback pics of me and my stores. 😍 My heart has been so heavy this past week thinking about small businesses out there attempting to navigate this unprecedented event. I am feeling immense empathy and compassion for my fellow entrepreneurial comrades.⁣ ⁣ I can vividly remember (like I have PTSD just thinking about it right now) when Harvey hit Houston how devastating it was for my stores and overall business.It was an incredible hit to our revenue and overall sustainability as a brand.⁣ ⁣ Here’s the deal: small businesses need us right now more than ever before! I am huge believer that entrepreneurship is the backbone of our economy and our communities. Without the individuals who take these extreme risks to start companies we wouldn’t have the economy or country we currently have. ⁣ ⁣ Many of these courageous mavericks start out very small and grow over time. These are the businesses most vulnerable right now. The innovation and intimate services these businesses offer can never be underestimated!⁣ ⁣ So- I beg you- do your part! If you do have a need or (even a want) during this time- do all you can to think small first. Please tag small businesses you love below 👇 and give them a shout out today! I also included @shopdavidpeck suggestions to help small business in above scroll. 👆 We belong to each other and we can and will get through this! ❤️❤️ Elaine ⁣ ⁣ ⁣

I had a super fun photo shoot at my house today. Honestly, I thought about canceling it with all the craziness going on, but I didn’t. ⁣ ⁣ I’ve been working extra, extra hard for over 9 months on a new program I’ve created for women. My initial plan was to launch this spring, but with the uncertainty around Coronavirus, I might not be able to... 🤷🏻‍♀️ We will see... ⁣ ⁣ Here’s what I’ve learned- when things are uncertain it can be so unsettling. Trust me I’ve been there- I was uncertain about my daughter’s condition for over a decade, I have been uncertain about my career for at least two years, I live in uncertainty over my Mom’s breast cancer coming back on a daily basis... SO... trust me- I get “not knowing”!⁣ ⁣ Here’s my two cents- when it comes to change, we may not always be able to control the outcome, but we can control our response to it. And that's called resilience. Uncertainty creates an opportunity to become gritty and bounce back from tough situations.⁣ ⁣ I say the first big step in handling uncertainty is: acceptance. Recognize that there is only so much you can do right now--and that makes you human, not powerless. Things will unfold soon enough. In the meantime, the way you treat yourself is in your control, so “be nicer to yourself”👆 see tee-shirt, And please know you are ENOUGH. ⁣ ⁣ And, if that doesn’t work, I recommend:⁣ ⁣ - Cloudy Bay Sauvignon blanc- and binge watching YouTube dog videos... ⁣ ⁣ 😍🤣🙌⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣

In honor of #InternationalWomensDay, I’m posting one of my favorite quotes. 💕⁣ ⁣ As women, we are inundated with messages from social media, and society in general to Be More and Do More. This fact, coupled with our early childhood programming and our desire to meet others people’s expectations makes for a complex dynamic with how we view ourselves and our sense of wholeness.⁣ ⁣ Here’s the deal- social comparison is a proven deterrent to feeling good enough. We can easily become influenced, even mesmerized by someone else’s version of what their best self looks like. ⁣ ⁣ How can we trust ourselves enough to discover what our best self/life might look like? What I’ve found that works for me is focusing on living “a good life” rather than “my best life”. A life built on being present, kind and compassionate. It’s OK If your best life doesn’t include a side hustle or a running a marathon. YOU DO YOU! 🙌⁣ ⁣ Remember- All of what we see is nothing more than a highlight reel to an imperfect life. One of our great common denominators as human beings is living a life of imperfection. This realization can bring us closer together and create more compassion for ourselves and each other. ⁣ ⁣ Steps to take toward feeling enough:⁣ ⁣ 1️⃣ Keep a daily journal or start a meditation practice to create an intentional, active awareness around your mindset with regard to feeling enough. It’s a great way to remind yourself that your worth exists, no matter your income, vacations, relationship status, number of friends, religious or political orientation, or waistline. ⁣ ⁣ 2️⃣ Get real with yourself. Meet yourself where you are. In my experience, it’s the fastest way to get where you want to go. Even if where you are doesn’t feel good- know that you are NOT broken. Know that confronting the truth of where you are is the first step in putting the pieces back together again- even if they don’t fit like before. ⁣ ⁣ 3️⃣ Develop an attitude of self-compassion. I’m not just talking about being nicer to yourself. It’s deeper than that. It’s about developing a completely new dynamic with yourself. A dynamic built on kindness, grace, forgiveness and patience. #loveyourselftoday

Jim and I were honored to chair The Monarch School’s Transforming Lives luncheon. Our fifteen year old daughter, Marlie, attends the school. We cannot express how grateful we are for the incredible work the Monarch school does. ⁣ ⁣ With an intentional emphasis on demanding the kids needs come first, Monarch’s mission changes lives, families and ultimately communities. ⁣ ⁣ As a society we tend to all try to fit into a one size fits all model, and it doesn’t work that way. We are all different. We all learn differently. We all are motivated by different things. We all have a spectrum of needs that are varied. And, yes this makes for hard work and a deep investment of our time and emotional/mental energy. But, I’m here first hand to tell you- it’s worth it!⁣ ⁣ Here’s the deal: As our wonderful keynote speaker Dr.Kerry Magro said: “People with disabilities are on a spectrum. If you’ve met one person with a disability, it’s just that: you’ve met one person with a disability. If people with disabilities were a formally recognized minority group, at 19% of the population, they would be the largest minority group in the United States.”⁣ ⁣ So, it’s up to us as human beings to do more. To tune in and recognize our differences. And embrace and honor those differences. Can I get a HALLELUJAH!! ⁣🙌 ⁣ 🙏❤️🦋 ⁣

Hi friends! I loved appearing on @fox26houston this morning to talk about @monarchschoolhouston. Jim and I are chairing their annual fundraising luncheon tomorrow (March 5th) @westinmemorialcity. 🦋⁣ ⁣ I was on this morning with the incredible Dr. Shawn Hirsch and Dr. Kerry Magro @aspecialcommunity. Dr. Hirsch heads up our therapeutic programs at The Monarch School. Needless to say, his knowledge, compassion and devotion to the Monarch community is so appreciated! ⁣🙌 ⁣ And, Kerry’s story brings so much light and hope to people affected with autism (or neurological differences). He was non-verbal until he was two and a half years old, and with incredible support and therapy Kerry has developed into being a superstar! He’s now a professional public speaker and author. We are so lucky to have him as our key note speaker at the luncheon tomorrow!! 🙏⁣ ⁣ I always say that Monarch doesn’t just save our children’s lives but it’s saves families too! Their holistic, therapeutic, compassionate approach to serving individuals with differences has impacted our daughter,Marlie, immensely. It’s brought us newfound hope for what’s possible for her. And, most importantly, she finally feels like she has a place to belong. And, honestly, every human being on the earth needs to feel they belong. ⁣ I’m honored to be representing The Monarch School and supporting them on their efforts to spread the news about the great work they are doing! ⁣ ⁣ If you’d like to made a donation or purchase a ticket for the luncheon- please visit: www.monarchschool.org. ❤️🙌🙏⁣ ⁣

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