by Nikol | Jun 23, 2017 | Building Confidence
I’m scared. I’m scared I’ll fall….. I’ve been waiting for this day. I’ve been placing so much energy and effort on this vision and dream, and now that it’s here… I’m terrified. Will I be able to deliver? Will I be...
by Nikol | Dec 30, 2016 | Clearing Blocks
2016…..are you over yet? I have heard this phrase repeatedly this past week from the PTSD people are still feeling from the election to the slew of celebrity deaths that have left all creatives just staring at the ball saying, DROP ALREADY! And yet, this week,...
by Nikol | Nov 23, 2016 | Finding Peace and Ease
The day before Thanksgiving. The day before my whole life changed. I’m pushing a full cart around Whole Foods in Salt Lake City, Utah. I’ve just finished a full day of rehearsal for A Christmas Carol, and am ready to fill my fridge for the holiday. I want...
by Nikol | Jul 31, 2015 | Finding Peace and Ease
I lay the black plastic cloth across my parent’s table, following up with black paper plates, bold white lettering and colorful confetti popping from the center of each individual circle. Napkins coordinate the overall theme and silverware is placed at each dark seat....
by Nikol | Apr 17, 2015 | Finding Peace and Ease
No Kahiki mai ka wahine `o Pele, Mai ka `aina mai o Polapola, Mai ka punohu a Kane, Mai ke ao lapa i ka lani. My whole life I have wanted to go to Hawaii. I have stared wide-eyed at many friend’s and family member’s photos, taking in the lush landscapes, and...