Dear friend,

Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I should be stronger… I can’t slow down… I’ll take care of myself later.”? 💭💭💭💭

That inner dialogue feels so convincing, but it doesn’t reflect who you truly are. It’s only thought in the moment—temporary, shifting, and never the whole truth.

When I was a nurse at the bedside, I lived by that dialogue for years. It drove me into exhaustion. I thought it was reality. Then I realized something simple: I was listening to a voice made of thought. And when thought changes, everything changes.

This is why the Three Principles matter so deeply. They show us that health and resilience don’t come from strategies or checklists. They come from remembering how life really works—from the inside out.

✨ Reflection question for you:

Where in your life are you mistaking inner dialogue for truth?

A new freedom appears when you see it for what it is.

If you’re curious how this shift could help you in your health, your work, and your life, I’d love to invite you to a discovery call. We’ll explore what’s possible for you.

With respect and clarity,

Teresa Walding, RN, NC-BC

Blog ✧

The Hidden Dialogue That Shapes Your Health

When people think about health, they often look outside themselves—food, exercise, stressors, or schedules. Those things matter, but they are not the starting point. Beneath every choice you make, an inner dialogue runs like background music.

This hidden dialogue is a conversation with yourself about who you are, what’s possible, and what you’re capable of handling. For many nurses, that dialogue sounds like: “I should be stronger. I can’t slow down. My patients come first, even if I’m falling apart.”

But here’s the truth… click here to read more

Upcoming Events ✧

✨Texas Nurse Practitioners 2025 Annual Conference in Dallas!

We’re excited to announce that Advancing Nurse Coaching will be attending the Texas Nurse Practitioners (TNP) 2025 Annual Conference from September 25-28, 2025, at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, TX! This premier event is a fantastic opportunity for nurse practitioners to connect, learn, and grow, and we can’t wait to be part of it. Details here.

✨Before You Crash or Quit - Free Masterclass by NurseCoaching.com

Join our free MasterClass "Before You Crash or Quit: Discover What You’re Craving," on September 11, 2025, at 7 PM CDT. Rediscover your clarity, peace, and power with this transformative virtual event. Don’t just cope—come home to yourself. Free registration now open here. #NurseWellness #MasterClass #BurnoutRecovery

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