The Soul Spot

01/12/2026

After years of observing, learning, and gaining your footing — maybe even a stretch of confidence — something begins to shift.

You start to question your once-automatic decisions.
The noise around you doesn’t hold the same weight.
You pause before giving the expected response.

It might feel like second-guessing, but it could be something else entirely:

The early signs of self-trust returning.

A quiet reorientation is starting to unfold — one where you begin to align with something deeper and truer.

I wrote about this shift, and why it’s redefining the future of women’s leadership, in my new Medium article on The Evolution of Self-Trust in Leadership.

👉 Grounded Authority: Why Self-Trust Is the Future of Women’s Leadership
You can read it here: 🔗https://lindarhoads4soulspot.medium.com/why-self-trust-is-the-future-of-womens-leadership-11012db49d9f

01/12/2026

Lately, I’ve been thinking about that moment when our self-trust starts to re-emerge. You might find it in the momentary hesitations.

You’re still capable. Still showing up. But something inside you pauses — not in panic, not in doubt — just enough to ask, Do I actually mean this?

It can feel uncomfortable. Even confusing.
And it’s easy to assume something’s wrong.

But what if that hesitation isn’t a problem to fix?
What if it’s your own clarity asking to be part of the conversation again?

My first blog for 2026 is about this quieter return of self-trust — how internal authority comes back online, and why it often feels like slowing down before it feels like moving forward.

If this sounds familiar, the link is here.

There’s a moment many people only recognize after it’s already passed.It arrives quietly. Where you once did something easily, almost by rote, you find yourself hesitating. A decision that used to come without effort now feels stuck. A familiar ‘yes’ doesn’t happen automatically. You’re ...

12/11/2024

Gravitas. For women in leadership, it can feel like the ultimate double-edged sword. Show too much confidence, and you’re "too much." Show too little, and you risk being overlooked.

But what if gravitas wasn’t about trying to fit or shatter the mold? What if it was about showing up as you—calm, intentional, and powerful in your own right?

In my latest blog, I unpack how to cultivate gravitas without losing yourself in the process. Because leading with presence and authority doesn’t mean sacrificing authenticity.

Curious? Let’s explore what it means to lead with gravitas, on your terms in our latest blog on leadership presence for women. https://wix.to/JuOU3wM

12/09/2024

💡2024 is winding down. It’s the final month of the year—have you paused to celebrate everything you’ve accomplished?

Between the hustle of work, life, and everything else, it’s easy to focus on what’s next instead of reflecting on how far you’ve come. But here’s the thing:

✨ Taking time to celebrate your wins isn’t just about looking back—it’s a powerful way to build momentum for what’s ahead.

When you reflect on your achievements, you:
✅ Boost your confidence—Remind yourself of your strengths and capabilities.
✅ Build resilience—See how you’ve overcome challenges and grown through them.
✅ Find clarity—Connect your accomplishments to what truly matters for your future.

So, here’s your reminder: Take 5 minutes today to jot down 3 wins from this past year—big or small.
✨ What do they say about your strengths?
✨ How can they inspire your next steps?

And if you want to leverage those accomplishments to kick start 2025, join us at our Own Your Success Workshop on the 11th. https://bookingsatthesoulspot.as.me/Own-Your-Success

Let’s celebrate together: What’s one win you’re proud of this year? Share it below—I’d love to cheer you on! 🎉👇🏼

12/06/2024

✨ You’ve done so much more than you give yourself credit for.

Every late night, tough decision, and quiet win—it all tells a story about the strength and resilience that brought you here.

But when was the last time you actually stopped to celebrate it? To recognize not just the big milestones but the small, everyday moments that show how far you’ve come?

🌟Take a moment today to pause. Write down one thing you’re proud of this year. Let it remind you of the strength and brilliance you already carry within. 🌟

And if you’re ready for a deeper dive into celebrating and owning your success, join me for the Own Your Success Workshop on December 11th. We’ll create space to reflect, honor your journey, and envision what comes next. Join Us and celebrate https://bookingsatthesoulspot.as.me/Own-Your-Success

What’s one win you’re proud of this year? Share it in the comments—I’d love to cheer you on! 🎉👇

12/05/2024

𝗣𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲. 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁. 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲. 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄.

✨ Caught in the relentless juggle of work, life, ambition—and everything in between? When was the last time you paused to celebrate 𝘺𝘰𝘶—your wins, your grit, your quiet strength?

Maybe the real question is: Have you ever sat down, made an inventory of your accomplishments, and shared it with others? Imagine seeing your journey amplified, celebrated, and used as inspiration for what comes next.

The 𝗢𝘄𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 is your moment to:
✅ Reflect on the wins—big and small—that have shaped your journey.
✅ Celebrate the strength it took to navigate the chaos.
✅ Envision a future aligned with what matters most to you.

📅 When: December 11th, 12:00–2:00 PM PT
📍 Where: Online (Zoom)
💵 Cost: $27
👉🏼 https://bookingsatthesoulspot.as.me/Own-Your-Success

This isn’t just another workshop—it’s your permission to pause. To honor your journey, reconnect with your purpose, and map out the next step toward the life you want.

Better yet, you don’t have to do it alone. It's time to own your success and celebrate it—together.

12/04/2024

Confidence and resilience are two traits we hear about often—and for good reason. They’re vital to leading with impact and navigating the inevitable challenges that come with leadership.

But have you leveraged these traits to strengthen your leadership presence in a way that feels authentic to you?

In this latest installment of our series on 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, we explore:
✨ Enhancing your confidence
✨ Why resilience alone isn’t enough
✨ Practical strategies to integrate these traits into your leadership style

If you’re ready to elevate your confidence and resilience while staying true to who you are, this blog is for you. https://wix.to/SxgX1v0

𝘐’𝘥 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘦𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺. 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴!

Tips for Boosting your Leadership Presence with Confidence and ResilienceResilience is essential to facing challenges and setbacks that happen to all of us—leaders included. When we marry our resilience to confidence, we can meet obstacles with clarity, focus, and intention. This strengthens our l...