Peggy O'Neill

Empowerment & Inclusion Strategist

Hi and welcome to my site!

My name is Peggy O’Neill. Throughout the past 20+ years, I’ve been sharing my expertise in the areas of building resiliency, empowerment, inclusion, stress management, and awakening— as a speaker, trainer, author and coach.

Peggy O'Neill

Empowerment & Inclusion Strategist

Hi and welcome to my site!

My Journey

I’m happy to report that I’ve had an awesome life, both difficult and wonder-full. It’s amazing how these two forces have come together to create a life so rich and full of joy.

I feel fortunate that as a teenager I knew my birthright was happiness, which was my guiding light … helping me triumph over mountain ranges of challenges. However, a seemingly endless storm of adversity came my way.

As an adult standing 3 feet 8 inches, it’s not been easy. Hardship and tribulation have been close companions. Little people don’t really get a day off from experiencing prejudice, ridicule, exclusion, limitation…

During those early decades, I got caught in a downward spiral. Despite enjoying many interests, living in a variety of beautiful places, and even pursuing several careers, things got so dark I felt I couldn’t go on. Then in my mid-30s, by sheer grace, I encountered a teaching that supported me in turning all that around.

By my early 40s, I was feeling whole and steady, ready to support others the way I had been supported. I had recently become a psychotherapist, specializing in trauma resolution. Then, quite spontaneously, I leveraged my gift of gab and started speaking on stages. Life has been an upward spiral ever since. Now, I think of my life as a carpet ride.

I’m infinitely grateful to have had my world view transform from hell to heaven. Head to the floor! The power of personal transformation is real! And now, it’s my passion to guide others to do the work, so that they may enjoy the fruits of their transformation.

Over and over, I’ve seen that real transformation is possible when we apply tenacity and courage, and with the help of others, to move through the challenges life brings our way. This is how we evolve.

We’re all here to learn and grow, to fulfill our potential, our destiny. And, triumphing over our challenges is the way we do it.

Which leaves me eager and excited to get into the trenches with others— individually or in groups— and assist them in moving through their biggest difficulties, mastering their life lessons, awakening their true nature and living from their best selves.

I look forward to working with you.

My Journey

I’m happy to report that I’ve had an awesome life, both difficult and wonder-full. It’s amazing how these two forces have come together to create a life so rich and full of joy.

We’re all here to learn and grow, to fulfill our potential, our destiny. And, triumphing over our challenges is the way we do it.

I look forward to working with you.

Support Your Team In Rebounding From Their Many Setbacks Today!

“Peggy is the messenger AND the message.” – Frank Macguire, Fedex CoFounder

“You were so easy and pleasant to work with.” – L. Jones, Prog Director, US West

“You are one of America’s top speakers… I wish for the whole world to get to see and hear you.” – J. Dermody, CEO, Four Windows Inc.

“Excellent style, humor and rapport with the audience.” – F. Johnston, Lucent Technologies

“Thank you for guiding us back to our hearts.” – Rebecca Jackson, Ph.D., Conference Participant

“Thanks for bringing a bright light and inspiration. In
times like these it’s what’s needed.” – N. Winston,
Texaco

“Peggy is the messenger AND the message.” – Frank Macguire, Fedex CoFounder

“You were so easy and pleasant to work with.” – L. Jones, Prog Director, US West

“You are one of America’s top speakers… I wish for the whole world to get to see and hear you.” – J. Dermody, CEO, Four Windows Inc.

“Excellent style, humor and rapport with the audience.” – F. Johnston, Lucent Technologies

“Thank you for guiding us back to our hearts.” – Rebecca Jackson, Ph.D., Conference Participant

“Thanks for bringing a bright light and inspiration. In times like these it’s what’s needed.” – N. Winston, Texaco

Speaker

Author

Coach

Throughout her 20+ year speaking career, Peggy has presented to high-profile companies such as FEMA, Chase Bank, Diversity Works, Texaco, Lockhead Martin. She has also taught over 100,000 young students to build anti-bullying and self-esteem skills.

Peggy is a one-of-a-kind, memorable and dynamic speaker. Through her keynotes and trainings she offers practical solutions, relevant tools, and timely insights.

Garnished with humor and personal stories from her very unique life, Peggy shares universal principles that enlighten the mind and touch the heart, evoking lasting transformation among audience members.

“Peggy will change your life!” – Frank Maguire, FedEx co-fonder

“In my career of 30+years, I have heard countless numbers of speeches and public addresses, but I have never been moved more that when listening to Peggy.” – R. Beach, Chairperson, Gallaudet University

“Bringing in Ms. O’Neill as the leadership conference keynote speaker, was one of the best moves I have ever made.” – J. Jones, Florida FBLA/PBL

“Your presentation, without a doubt, was one of the most impressive I’ve ever experienced. Your humor, spirit and confidence projected a message that we all needed and appreciated. Thank you for making a difference!” – R. Hansen, Santa Barbara Rotary Foundation

Peggy has written seven books and is a contributing teacher in the films “The Opus” and “Tapping the Source“.

“Life is not just an outside job. It’s an inside job. Peggy describes the formula for a happy life in a creative and realistic way, guiding us to succeed in our “inner” job”. – John Gray, Author of Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus

“Walking Tall is the book to read for anyone interested in learning how to deal with life. In addition to being a great instructional manual, it’s also a very inspirational story.” – Daniel Margulies, past president, Little People of America

“You can be big or small. It’s an inner decision. This book will help you escape the prison of being small, reclaim your power and be HUGE inside!” – Mark Victor Hansen, Co-author of Chicken Soup For The Soul

Support Your Team In Rebounding From Their Many Setbacks Today!

Resolute to experience both success and authentic happiness as a little person living in a big world, Peggy has develop many skills overcoming countless life, relationship and business challenges.

Weaving together wisdom garnished from-the-trenches and her background in psychotherapy, Peggy is very well equipped to assist people in breaking free from limitations and adversity, and to enter a whole new world of liberation, inner peace and contentment.

Peggy coaches people through tough life challenges, as well as helping them resolve long-standing trauma. Her clients report their one-on-one work with her is profound and life changing. Peggy offers group programs online and in-person retreats, providing significant transformation and support in breaking free, waking up to one’s true nature and expressing from their fullest potential.

“My troubled past that no longer plagues me. Yay! Working with Peggy for only just 2 sessions has been life-changing!” – Kathie L.

“My time with Peggy is always transformative! Her ability to guide the process is unique, and so effective because she brings the knowledge of the many different healing techniques she has learned.” – Siama

“Overwhelmed with guilt and sadness and suffering from PTSD, I sought Peggy’s help after hearing her sterling interview on a podcast. With her unique techniques, Peggy guided me through the darkest moments in my life using Tap For Joy. She helped me transform the burden that dragged my spirit. Today, I’m excited and open to new opportunities!” – Valeria N.

Speaker

Peggy is a one-of-a-kind, memorable and dynamic speaker. Through her keynotes and trainings she offers practical solutions, relevant tools, and timely insights.

“Peggy will change your life!” – Frank Maguire, FedEx co-fonder

“Bringing in Ms. O’Neill as the leadership conference keynote speaker, was one of the best moves I have ever made.” – J. Jones, Florida FBLA/PBL

Author

Peggy has written seven books and is a contributing teacher in the films “The Opus” and “Tapping the Source“.

Coach

Resolute to experience both success and authentic happiness as a little person living in a big world, Peggy has develop many skills overcoming countless life, relationship and business challenges.

“My troubled past that no longer plagues me. Yay! Working with Peggy for only just 2 sessions has been life-changing!” – Kathie L.

Support Your Team In Rebounding From Their Many Setbacks Today!

One of Peggy's Favorite Things - Pristine Beaches — Pristine Beaches

One of Peggy's Favorite Things - Adventure — Adventure

One of Peggy's Favorite Things - Learning — Learning

One of Peggy's Favorite Things - Oldies Concerts — Oldies Concerts

One of Peggy's Favorite Things - Deliciousness — Deliciousness

One of Peggy's Favorite Things - Costuming — Costuming

One of Peggy's Favorite Things - Capturing Beauty — Capturing Beauty

Books

Find motivation, inspiration, and in-depth guidance with practical tools and techniques on a variety of topics. Even a children’s picture-book about celebrating one’s uniqueness, and a super-fun coloring-book bursting with empowering aphorisms.

Blogs

Needing a quick shot of inspiration or insight? Check out Peggy’s many articles that will support you in triumphing over challenges, building inclusive cultures and fulfilling your potential!

Videos

Watch Peggy in action as she informs, inspires, and uplifts in a variety of videos.

Her Wisdom. Her Documentaries. Her interviews.

Books

Blogs

Needing a quick shot of inspiration or insight? Check out Peggy’s many articles that will support you in triumphing over challenges, building inclusive cultures and fulfilling your potential!

Videos

Watch Peggy in action as she informs, inspires, and uplifts in a variety of videos.

Her Wisdom. Her Documentaries. Her interviews.