So much of our energy is taken up by regrets about the past and worries about the future. But what would happen if you could ground yourself in the here and now, experience the fullness of life with all of your senses, and be present for your life as it happens? Sharmaine guides her audience through exercises and challenges that make it easier for us to pay attention to the moment we find ourselves in, and enjoy the rewards of a life lived while fully present.

Sometimes our outward appearance of polish and poise is camouflage for the complicated truths we refuse to confront. This talk, designed for both men and women, targets those who mask their inner turmoil with a false front and teaches us how to confront, acknowledge, and accept the private pain that the public cannot see. In doing so, we begin an authentic healing that allows us to feel as good on the inside as we look on the outside.

When women take a break from their careers to tend to the vital work of motherhood, they often struggle with their return to the workforce. Much of that struggle comes down to a lack of confidence and an understanding of how valuable the skills gained in motherhood can be to any employer. Multitasking? Asset management? Indefatigable work ethic? Creative problem-solving? These indispensable abilities are exactly those cultivated in parenthood. This talk, perfect for women’s conferences, is the eye-opening boost of confidence today’s mothers need to encourage them in their professional pursuits after a career pause.

Learn to embrace the power of your own voice with Sharmaine. Whether you find yourself shrinking yourself down in your personal life, or clamming up when it counts at the office, a lack of self-advocacy can result in many missed opportunities. Sharmaine can help you build your confidence, stand up for yourself, and learn effective communication styles that will allow you to make your voice heard.