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Olyvia is a Positive Psychology Coach, Writer, Educator. Optimist, edge pusher, & smarty pants. Momma to bevy of 4 leggers, artist & proud science geek. I'd love to speak for your team, organization/ company or group!

About A Really Big Life

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Laughter is Very Serious Business

Laughter is Very Serious Business

When I was in the 4th grade something happened in the classroom that made the kids laugh. The girl sitting next to me had a big, loud laugh with her mouth open and head back. ...more

GenX Wisdom

September 27, 20234 min read

20 Minutes of Action: Help or Harm?

20 Minutes of Action: Help or Harm?

Everywhere this morning there are scathing replies to the “20 minutes of action”, as there should be. Rape is vile, regardless of the circumstances under which it happens. Period. ...more

Really Big Year Blog

September 26, 20232 min read

Prying Open a Stoic Heart

Prying Open a Stoic Heart

This weekend one of my teachers said: “If you want to be a writer, you have to have an open heart.” My first thought was “well, shit, I’m screwed.” ...more

Leadership Development

November 01, 20222 min read

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About Olyvia

Meet Olyvia, the driving force behind A Really Big Life.

With a passion for empowering small to midsize women-owned businesses and non-profits, Olyvia serves as a trusted Business Consultant specializing in growth and expansion strategies. Her expertise lies in Organizational Design, Service Design, and Leadership and communication training. She offers in-house training, on-going team support, and captivating public speaking engagements that inspire resilience, confidence, and work/life flow.

As a GenX-focused Mentor Coach, Olyvia understands the unique challenges faced by women in today's wildly evolving world. She goes beyond the conventional by offering courses specifically designed for women who are ready to step into their own authenticity. Not what we’ve been told to be, but who they are in alignment with their deepest desires. These transformative courses delve into rewiring the brain, nurturing the body, and embracing a life of bigness through your greatest self-expression. She recognizes the impact of growing up and navigating the patriarchy, and her aim is to help women untangle its effects and create an equitable world for everyone.

Olyvia has been a bodyworker and somatic practitioner for over 27 years. Her capacity to integrate the body into your process creates a unique expression of personal transformation. She believes the intersection of body and brain creates profound leaps in women being able to be their biggest, bravest, bodaciousest self. These are the women who love their lives and access building nurturing communities around themselves.

Beyond her extensive work skills, Olyvia is a musician, artist, and proud science geek. She lives by the idea that hope and love are necessary for change, that humans are only beginning to tap into their potential, and laughing loudly at the absurdity of life is the best.

Ready to take your business to new heights? Ready to embody your deepest, unleashed self-expression?

Let Olyvia guide you on the path to success, helping you navigate the challenges, overcome obstacles, and find your own version of A Really Big Life.

Work with Olyvia

Business Consulting & Branding

Supporting owners, organizational design, service design, and developing your leadership team so that communication challenges don’t become HR issues. We can help you launch from scratch, relaunch from where you are now, and expand into the business of your heart’s desire.

Mentor Coaching

Create your really big self and really big life with personal coaching. We will build the bridge between where you want to be and where you are right now, Happiness, pleasure,, and deep satisfaction are on the menu when your life is designed your way.

A Really Big Year

Want to take a look at every facets of the diamond that is life? We will spend a year together, in group coaching, diving into a specific topic each month. Instead of doing it alone, you’ll get the opportunity to be in community with other women committed to having their really big life.

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Testimonials

"Elisabeth was exactly what I needed to kick my business social media up a notch! She quickly assessed my situation and delivered the goods with clarity.

I am not a tech person and needed her to communicate in language I could understand – which she did spot on! Looking for a kick-ass coach who can get the job done – I highly recommend Elisabeth."

Veronica Cole

Owner, Blissful Adventures, Ltd.

"I can’t say enough about how incredible Elisabeth is at what she does. From our first call, I knew I was talking to the right person to help me get un-stuck. I've moved across the country, created a solid relationship, and thriving at a job I love. Elisabeth is all about action, we've uncovered where I self-sabotage, and she gives me tools to kick ass in my life. I honestly don’t know where I’d be without her. She’s the real deal. And her laugh is amazing."

Jessica Kenny

Writer, Baptiste Yoga Teacher

"I had the great fortune of being one of Elisabeth’s clients for several years. Having worked with several others who provide similar services, I’ve never met one so absolutely dedicated to empowering her clients to live a really big life.

I give her my strongest recommendation and encourage all to explore if she’s the right match for you. Keep up the amazing work, Elisabeth!

Mark

Data Scientist