Mommy Drama Teleseries

Monday, January 23, 2012

Let's face it. When you get to be a certain age, the inevitable question on everyone's lips is: "Are you having kids?"

So, are you?

It's not as easy to answer as it was for our mothers and grandmothers. It's also not easy to weed out other peoples' opinions from what you want. Not to mention that ticking time bomb called your biological clock.

No matter what you decide, the real trick is staying true to yourself.

The Mommy Drama teleseries is a six-part conversation over the phone hosted by certified coach Lauree Ostrofsky.

Through structured conversation and powerful homework assignments, we'll unearth everything we know about motherhood. We'll look at what it means to you and at the long-term vision you have for your life. The whole time, you are supported by other women who are right where you are.

Together, we face those nagging questions, such as:

• How can I maintain my identity and be a mom?
• What's possible if I choose not to have children?
  
• What would it mean to have a child without a partner?
• How do I tell people about my decision?
• What if I have trouble getting pregnant?
• How can I cultivate my relationship and career while parenting?

Details…

What: Mommy Drama teleseries
When: Sundays, March 11 – April 8, 2012, 7:00 – 8:30pm ET
Cost: 250.00
Where: Call-in phone number to be provided
Sign-up: Contact Us

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Each session is 1.5 hours over the phone. Each participant is required to call in a couple minutes before the call begins, and to participate fully. Assignments between calls may be given.

The schedule of call topics:

• Session 1: Creating Community & Conversation
• Session 2: Understanding Values
• Session 3: Saying Yes
• Session 4: Saying No
• Session 5: Lingering Questions
• Session 6: Looking Ahead

Mommy Drama infertility series

Monday, December 5, 2011

Let's face it. When you get to be a certain age, the inevitable question on everyone's lips is: "Are you having kids?"

So, are you?

It's not always easy to answer. It's also not easy to weed out other opinions from your own.

And for some, it can feel like the decision is being made for you.

The Mommy Drama teleseries is a six-week conversation over the phone led by certified coach, Lauree Ostrofsky.

The series starting January 8 is tailored for women facing fertility issues.

Through structured conversation and powerful homework assignments, we'll unearth everything we know about motherhood. We'll look at what it means to you and to the long-term vision of your life. The whole time, you are supported by other women who are right where you are.

Together, we will face questions such as:

• Should I continue fertility treatment?
• What's possible if I choose not to have children?
  
• What would it mean to have a child without a partner?
• How do I tell people about my decision?

Our goal throughout is for you to find clarity and confidence in your decision.

Details…

What: Mommy Drama series
When: Six consecutive Sundays, January 8 - February 12, from 7:00 - 8:30pm ET
Cost: 250.00
Where: Dial-in number to be provided
Sign-up: Contact

Each session is 1.5-hours over the phone. Assignments between calls may be given.

The schedule of call topics:

• Session 1 (Jan 8): Creating Community & Conversation
• Session 2 (Jan 15): Understanding Values
• Session 3 (Jan 22): Saying No
• Session 4 (Jan 29): Saying Yes
• Session 5 (Feb 5): Lingering Questions
• Session 6 (Feb 12): Looking Ahead

This group is limited to five women.

For more information, or to sign up, go to Contact.

Power of Choice Guided Conversation

Monday, June 28, 2010

Guided conversations are two hours and designed for groups of six or more. These are ideal as a team-building exercise for the office, to set the mood for a weekend retreat, or to liven up an at-home get-together, such as a book club. You set the date, and together we come up with a topic to get everyone talking. Then on the day-of you sit back and participate while I lead the group.

Sample Topic: The Power of Choice

You don't always have control over what happens in life.

No matter what, though, you always get to choose what you do about it. No kidding.

During this two-hour guided conversation, we'll look at what's happening in your life right now, and use it to design what you want in the future:  a committed writing practice, fulfilling relationships, work you love (or at least like). Gasp, even more time.

Questions we will consider as a group:

• What lessons help propel you forward?
• What already exists within you to reach your goals?
• What support do you need to take the next step?
  

Chances are that you already are successful. But, there's one sticking point. One thing getting in your way. This could be just what you need. A fresh perspective and a supportive environment of like-minded women.

Sounds like two hours well spent to me.

Details…

What: Power of Choice guided conversation
When/where: Two hours on a date and at a location of your choosing
Sign-up: Contact

BisNow: Girls on the Run! (DC Fit Week)

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Simply Leap's Lauree Ostrofsky was featured in a BisNow story on the DC Fit Week EXPO taking place on March 23, 2011:

The Expo included a fitness Fashion Show and Expert Chat, and raised money for Girls on the Run, a Washington, DC charity that uses exercise, positive reinforcement, and encouraging role models to help girls discover the confidence they need in the critical pre-teen years and beyond.

Bisnow story/photos: Girls on the Run!
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Examiner: DC Fit Week starts today...come work up a sweat

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Simply Leap's Lauree Ostrofsky was featured in an Examiner article on the first-ever DC Fit Week taking place in Washington, DC from March 21-25, 2011:

DC Fit Week starts today...come work up a sweat

The Mental Fitness aspect helps you get in the right frame of mind.  In the physical fitness component, you will learn of what workouts and exercises work best for you.  For the finance fitness part you will have a chance to learn how to shop properly and not stress over your finances.

DC Fit Week also has “leaders” for different areas of focus:  ‘Team Mind' Leader: Lauree Ostrofsky, with Simply Leap, 'Team Body' Food Leader: Chad Hamilton, with Health by Hamilton, 'Team Body' Fitness Leader: Cori Sue Morris, with Bitches Who Brunch, ‘Team Finance' Leader: Matthew Brock, Divergent Planning.

Bright Smile BY: Top 10 ways to stick to your resolutions this year

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Simply Leap's Lauree Ostrofsky is a featured expert in Bright Smile Beautiful You's new years story:

Top 10 Ways to Stick to Your Resolutions This Year
Among the tips offered were:

Make a Mental Picture
Visualize yourself once you’ve reached your goal. "This takes your focus away from what's holding you back and puts it onto all that you'll receive from your efforts," says Maryland-based life coach Lauree Ostrofsky.

Celebrate the Small Stuff
Success breeds confidence. "Take note -- maybe even write down -- every time you make a step toward your resolution," says Ostrofsky. "You'll be surprised how often you are making headway."

Simply Leap at Rotary Club of Potomac

Monday, September 19, 2011

Lauree Ostrofsky will speak at the Rotary Club of Potomac this week.

Topic: Live, Work and Hug Like You Mean It.
When: Wednesday, September 21 from noon-1:30pm.

Details:

Lauree launched her Hug Tour in April to show loved ones that she cares.

Since then she spoke on the subject at Ignite Baltimore, and appeared on WUSA-TV in Washington, DC and The Huffington Post encouraging others to hug like-you-mean-it. Now, there are Hug Tour Ambassadors in 11 states and growing.

Let's take that simple concept a step further.

What if you could live and work the way you hug the people you love?

Lauree will explore how to apply the like-you-mean-it conviction to the choices you make in your personal and professional lives. From the smallest decisions, such as having that second cup of coffee in the morning, to the most empowering -- what you tell yourself and how you want others to see you.

Anything can be accomplished like-you-mean-it. Let it begin with a hug.

Interested in having Lauree speak at your event? Contact us.

Hug Tour T-shirts now available

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

It's time to "Hug like you mean it."

Have you been hugged by another adult lately? It can be downright atrocious.

To change that, we need your help.

Become a Hug Tour Ambassador, or recognize a great hugger in your life, with a Hug Tour t-shirt.

Use it to start your own #hugtour, and notice how your relationships change for the better. 

A simple hug is all it takes to show the people you care about that they are special.

Details:
Available in Men's and Women's sizes S, M, L, XL and in Navy only. T-shirts are a boxy style. (More information is available on the manufacturer's website.)

Cost:
* In Paypal, please click "Add" to include Special Instructions to the Seller with your preferred size.

Simply Leap sponsoring DC Fit Week

Monday, March 21, 2011

Simply Leap is an official sponsor and co-organizer of the first-ever DC Fit Week taking place March 21-25, 2011.

DC Fit Week is a FREE week geared toward motivating and empowering active people in and around Washington, DC to lead healthier lives - mentally, physically and financially.

There will be free classes and events everyday to showcase area gyms, practitioners and products. Among the events is Wednesday's DC Fit Week EXPO, where Lauree along with three others will lead an Expert Chat answering attendee's questions.

Interested in having Lauree speak at your event? Contact us.