Elizabeth McCourt, JD, PCC

"When I write, I am fixing my feet. I am claiming the ethos, or moral authority, to influence public discourse. And I am defying every expectation when I do it.” ― Tressie McMillan Cottom, Thick: And Other Essays #writing #writer #writersofinstagram #writingcommunity #love

When everything feels like too much, the instinct is to push through. But not every moment calls for strength. Some call for pause. For honesty. For space. That’s part of the process too. #KAWS #sculpture #art #sadness #process #space #honesty #feelings #vulnerability

“People living deeply have no fear of death.” — Anaïs Nin #cemetary #statue #tomb #Paris #PereLachaise #France #beauty #AnaisNin #Death #Living

"Simplicity is the keynote of all true elegance." — Coco Chanel #Simplicity #Keynote #elegance #CocoChanel #Chanel #Coffee #heart #latteart #artlover #simple

Have you ever been somewhere that literally felt magical? That's how this felt for me. Almost too perfect - like it was waiting to be painted or photographed. Just nature being as lush and green as ever. #nature #beauty #green #naturalbeauty #views #naturelover #coach #coaching

Some places don’t ask to be conquered or explained — only respected and felt. #iceberg #Antartica #Nature #views #ice #water #calm #respected #naturelover #wanderlust #travel #seetheworld

“If you have only one smile in you, give it to the people you love.” — Maya Angelou #WomensHistoryMonth #MayaAngelou #WomenInspire #Smile #Kindness #Views #Selfie #Love #SpreadJoy #Winter #Snow #beach

“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.” — Rachel Carson #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistory #RachelCarson #Beauty #Earth #AppreciateNature #NatureLover #Views #Snow #Winter

Feeling trapped doesn’t mean there’s no way out. It means your mind is fixated on the cage, not the key. The moment you change your focus, you change your options. #trapped #cage #perspective #changeyourperspective #key #focus #options #solutions

The journey forward is not always direct. Nonlinear paths require adaptability, reflection, and persistence, but they often lead to more sustainable outcomes. #journey #nonlinear #nonlinearpath #sustainable #postive #persistence #adaptability #reflection #introspection

Appreciating nature’s beauty isn’t a distraction from the work — it’s a reset. Perspective fuels better thinking, better decisions, and better leadership. #nature #beauty #sunset #sky #mountains #views #appreciation #appreciatenature #beautyallaroundus #reset #antartica

“The sunsets were like fireballs, like the end of the world.” — Margaret Atwood #sunset #beach #nature #views #MargaretAtwood #fireballs #sunsets #naturelover #endoftheworld

Simple beauty in art doesn’t ask for attention—it invites presence. It lives in restraint, balance, and what is intentionally left unsaid. The quietest forms leave the deepest impression. #art #artlover #flower #artist #beauty #simple #impression #balance #ruthasawa #moma

"Silence is the element in which great things fashion themselves.” — Margaret Atwood #silence #winter #lights #beauty #quiet #cityscape #travel #trees #MargaretAtwood #silence #appreciatethequiet

"Simplicity is not an end in art, but one arrives at simplicity despite oneself by entering into the real sense of things.” — Constantin Brâncuși #simplicity #simple #art #artlover #MOMA #RuthAsawa #sculpture #sense #real #reality #nonlinear #journey #expression #selfexpression

"Sunsets are proof that no matter what happens, every day can end beautifully." — Kristen Butler #Sunset #Photooftheday #ocean #oceanlover #sun #beauty #nature

Sometimes, all you need is a quiet spot, a good view, and maybe someone to share it with. #Beach #Ocean #Beachlover #beachchairs #nature #dunes #sand #Summer #Fall #Travel #Friends #Relationships #hamptons

“When I dare to be powerful—to use my strength in the service of my vision—then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.” - Audre Lorde #AudreLorde #Courage #Fearless #Strength #Vision #Purpose #Empowerment #Inspiration #Motivation #Wisdom #InnerStrength

“At the end of the day, we can endure much more than we think we can.” — Frida Kahlo #FridaKahlo #Motivation #Inspiration #Resilience #Strength #Quotes #Mindset #Perseverance #WomenEmpowerment

“When you look at the ocean, you see freedom. It’s vast, unending, and it reminds you how small you are—and how much possibility there is.” — Sylvia Earle #Nature #Ocean #Beach #Freedominnature #Oceanquotes #SeaTherapy #OceanStateofMind #Natureheals #Freedom

I’ve learned that growth doesn’t come from getting it all right—it comes from showing up, being honest with myself, and choosing to keep going. Coaching is simply the way I share what I’m still learning too. #coach #growth #introspection #selflove #compassion #curiousity #life