Book Barb

From DM to Dear Friend

Some of the deepest connections in my life didn’t start across a table. They started through a screen.​Years ago, I started following Chelsea Peitz on Snapchat. She was sharing real estate marketing tips mixed with real stories about her life, and she felt like a friend I just hadn’t met yet.​For months, I watched her […]

You Belong in the Room

This was one of those experiences that fills your cup in ways you didn’t even know it needed filling.​One of my mentors, Erin King, invited me to a private mastermind, and let me tell you, I was already overwhelmed (in the best way) to even be welcomed into that room. Erin brought together a small […]

Why I’m So Glad I Said Yes

I’ll be honest, I was tired. This trip was supposed to be four days and, with a last-minute invite, it turned into six. I had every excuse not to add two more days to my calendar. But something in me said… get in the room. And I’m so glad I listened. 🤍 Those extra days […]

Spotting the Green Flags

So much of the conversation these days is about watching out for red flags. And while it’s important to protect yourself, I think we need to flip the script a little. What if instead of only looking for what is wrong, we start celebrating what is right? As my speaking season ramps up, I have […]

The Best Trip I “Shouldn’t” Have Taken

This week, I did something I “shouldn’t” have done. My calendar told me not to.My brain kept listing all the reasons it didn’t make sense.But my heart? My heart said… go surprise your friend Tara Renze at her book launch. So I did. 💖 And let me tell you, it was the BEST decision. I […]

Relationships Are a Mirror of Yourself

The relationships in your life are mirrors of how you see and treat yourself. This blog explores why authenticity, not performance or perfection, is the key to attracting stronger, more genuine connections.

The End of Year Hustle is a Lie

Hustle culture says the clock is running out, but success doesn’t come with an expiration date. This post is a reminder to honor your capacity, your values, and most importantly, your relationship with yourself as you define success on your own timeline.

Deposits, Withdrawals, and Real Trust

Every interaction either strengthens or weakens your relationship trust account. This blog breaks down what counts as deposits, what drains your balance, and why being intentional with small acts of care builds the strongest connections.

When The Room Disappears…

Last month, something happened that caught me completely off guard. A speaking community I’d been part of for 18 months… vanished overnight.No warning. No time for goodbyes. Just… gone. It was shocking. Sad. And if I’m honest, it knocked the wind out of me for a minute. But here’s what I’ve been reminded of… when […]