Bringing Calm to the Chaos — One Conversation at a Time
From professional conferences and community workshops to author conversations and book signings, I love creating opportunities for people to connect, reflect, and discover practical ways to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity and intention.
Join me at an upcoming event as we explore ideas from Calming the Chaos — The Intentional Calm Method™, share meaningful conversations, and discover how small, intentional shifts can make a lasting difference.
I'd love to see you there!
Barnes & Noble
Enfield, Connecticut
Enfield, Connecticut
An Author Conversation
with Mary-Anne Schelb
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
3:30–5:30 PM
Join Mary-Anne for an afternoon of conversation, reflection, and connection around Calming the Chaos: The Intentional Calm Method™.
Mary-Anne will share some of the story behind the book, introduce the five pillars of The Intentional Calm Method™ — State, Story, Strategy, Systems, and Spirit — and explore practical ways we can navigate stress, overwhelm, and change with greater clarity and intention.
Author Conversation • Reading • Q&A • Book Signing
Come say hello, bring your questions, and have your copy personally signed.
Barnes & Noble Enfield
25 Hazard Avenue
Enfield, CT
3:30–5:30 PM
25 Hazard Avenue
Enfield, CT
Quaboag Hills EmpowHer Event
December 3rd — Quaboag Hills Chamber of Commerce, Palmer, MA
Between professional responsibilities, family commitments, and the added demands of the holiday season, it's easy to find ourselves running on empty. Join Mary-Anne Schelb for an engaging and relatable presentation exploring how to recognize overwhelm, shift your perspective, and create moments of calm amid life's competing demands. Drawing from The Intentional Calm Method™, Mary-Anne will share practical strategies to help you navigate the season with greater clarity, balance, and intention.
Because calm isn't about doing less. It's about approaching what we do differently.

A New Chapter
West Springfield, Massachusetts
Meet the Author & Book Signing
Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026
2:00– 5:00 PM
209 Elm Street
West Springfield, MA 01089

A New Chapter
West Springfield, Massachusetts
Meet the Author & Book Signing
Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026
2:00– 5:00 PM
209 Elm Street
West Springfield, MA 01089
Stop in during your holiday shopping and meet Mary-Anne Schelb, author of Calming the Chaos: The Intentional Calm Method™.
This will be a relaxed, drop-in afternoon — no formal presentation, just an opportunity to meet Mary-Anne, chat about the book and Intentional Calm, pick up a copy, or bring yours along to have it personally signed.
Already have the book? Bring it with you! Mary-Anne will be happy to personalize your copy.
Meet the Author • Book Signing • Casual Conversation
Come browse this adorable little bookstore, say hello, and take a little calm with you into the holiday season.
New England Alliance 2027 Winter Conference & Annual Meeting
Woodstock, Vermont | January 13-15, 2027
Calming the Chaos: When Life Doesn’t Give You a Pause Button — Practical Strategies for Leading with Clarity Through Healthcare’s Daily Demands
Friday, Jan 15th 8:45–10:15 AM | The Woodstock Inn & Resort
Calming the Chaos: When Life Doesn’t Give You a Pause Button - Practical Strategies for Leading with Clarity Through Healthcare’s Daily Demands @ The Woodstock Inn & Resort
Healthcare professionals are constantly balancing competing priorities, unexpected challenges, and the needs of others. In this interactive 90-minute presentation, Mary-Anne Schelb introduces The Intentional Calm Method™, sharing practical strategies to manage overwhelm, shift perspective, and lead with greater clarity, resilience, and intention — even when life doesn't give you a pause button.
January 26th — Longmeadow Adult Center. Longmeadow, MA
Calming the Chaos: New Year, New Perspective Presentation
Tuesday, 1:30-2:30 PM
January 26th — Longmeadow Adult Center, Longmeadow, MA
Calming the Chaos: New Year, New Perspective — Finding Your Calm in 2027
Tuesday, 1:30–2:30 PM
A new year doesn't have to mean a whole new you! Join Mary-Anne Schelb, author of Calming the Chaos — The Intentional Calm Method™, for an uplifting, interactive presentation about approaching the year ahead with less pressure and greater intention. Discover simple, practical ways to manage overwhelm, shift your perspective, and create more calm in everyday life.
Start the year with a fresh perspective, not another list of resolutions!
Calm isn’t a luxury. It’s a lifeline.
More Events Coming Soon
Additional author conversations, bookstore events, and signings are currently being planned throughout Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut.
Check back here for new dates and locations.
PAST EVENTS:
Book Cover Reveal
Tuesday, July 21 • 6:00 PM
You're invited to the very first Intentional Calm Meet Up as we celebrate the upcoming release of Calming the Chaos: The Intentional Calm Method™.
Join us for a casual evening of conversation, connection, and a first look at the book cover before its official release.
☕ Casual gathering
📚 Meet the author
💛 Celebrate together
🎁 The first 25 guests to arrive will receive a complimentary signed commemorative book cover.
RSVP by July 14 to 413-250-0455.
📅 Tuesday, July 21
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 The Boathouse • 1 Alvord Street • South Hadley, MA
Come as you are. Leave a little more connected.
Workshops & Group Experiences
Intentional Calm workshops are designed to bring meaningful, practical, and calming experiences to groups, organizations, and communities.
Workshops can be offered virtually or in person and are ideal for wellness events, women’s groups, community programs, retreats, and workplace well-being initiatives.
Popular Workshop Themes
Stress Relief & Nervous System Support
Simple, practical tools to calm the body, reduce overwhelm, and restore a sense of steadiness
Journaling for Clarity & Emotional Wellness
Guided reflection practices that help participants process emotions, reconnect with themselves, and move forward intentionally
Breathwork, Meditation & Mindfulness
Accessible calming practices that support focus, emotional regulation, and inner peace
Vision Boards & Intentional Living
Creative workshops designed to help participants clarify goals, reconnect with what matters, and move toward what they want to create
Energy & Holistic Wellness Workshops
Introductory or deeper educational sessions on Reiki, chakra balancing, crystal healing, and supportive holistic practices
Available Formats
- one-time workshops
- multi-week series
- custom presentations
- individual or group sessions





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