Years ago, I felt stuck in a low paying job that I detested, so I went to a career counselor. She told me to write about my ideal day; just one day in my life, if it were perfect. I wrote that I would have complete control of my time, doing work that I loved. I’d help...
I was “big” as a child, and “overweight” as a teen and young adult. That’s how I defined myself. Overweight, un-athletic, and clumsy. I saw myself as someone who might have potential, but was limited by excess weight. Each time I tried diets and failed, my...
As a kid, I loved this time of year. Fresh notebooks, shiny new supplies, and connecting with friends. There’s still just something about “back to school” that’s energizing. You don’t have to have a child in school or be attending classes yourself to feel the...
As I reflect on my recent “adventure”, I’m reminded how important life experiences are in teaching us to be alert to our needs. You can be sure that once my legs relaxed, I was hyper-alert to any firm ground along the shoreline. After all, there was no alternate...
At a time traditionally meant for summer relaxation and family fun, we are hurting. The senseless loss of human life – 49 people killed in the largest mass shooting in U.S. history and all too close to home. The news is riled with unrest. We are in a challenging...
May is the month for celebrating our mothers for their love, dedication and understanding. If you were lucky enough to have a mom who guided you and advised you – you know the profound impact her wisdom had or continues to have in your life. As our lives become...
