Stop Thinking Courageous & Just BE Courageous
Stop Thinking Courageous & Just BE Courageous January 19, 2025 Ever notice how you respond to others when you're stressed versus when you feel calm and centered? That sharp tone with your partner. The impatient sigh at your kids. The distracted reply to a friend. These reactions stem from one thing—a disconnection from yourself. And when...
The MJ Quote That Changed My Relationships
The MJ Quote That Changed My Relationships January 12, 2025 Do you ever feel like you're failing to get what you need and desire from your relationships? Michael Jordan, one of the greatest athletes of all time, famously said: "I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed." His words are a reminder that failure...
Are you being called to be courageous in your relationships?
Are you being called to be courageous in your relationships? January 5, 2025 Are you being called to cultivate courage in an important relationship in your life? This month I’d like to invite you to explore the virtue of Courage with me. Maybe it’s having the courage to speak up for what you truly need.Or to set a boundary with someone you care...
Big fights = Valuable Insights
Big fights = Valuable Insights December 29, 2024 Last summer, my husband and I had a huge argument over the washing machine he bought without discussing it with me first. But, like most arguments, it wasn’t really about the washing machine.😒 It went much deeper than that. After about 15 minutes of heated back-and-forth, I suddenly broke down in...
Is Betrayal a gift? 💝
Is betrayal a gift? December 22, 2024 Previously I shared that trust is the most important quality in a relationship. But what I didn’t share is this: in both my marriages, trust was broken.😳 And as heartbreaking and painful as those experiences were, they turned out to be some of the greatest gifts of my life. Let me explain. When someone you...
Reflect on Your 2024 Relationships: What Worked, What Didn’t?
Reflect on your 2024 relationships: what worked, what didn't? December 15, 2024 Jim Rohn once said, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” This reminder emphasizes that the quality of your relationships directly shapes your ability to thrive in your life and cultivate—your happiness, self-worth, health, and...
Is Trust Scarce?
Is trust scarce? December 8, 2024 I recently participated in an online business conference with Seth Godin, and he said something about trust that really struck me: “I’d rather be trusted than interesting.” While Seth was speaking about trust in the marketing and business world, it made me think deeply about trust in personal relationships....
4 Steps to a Happy Holiday Season
4 Steps to a Happy Holiday Season December 1, 2024 Thanksgiving has come and gone, and as the dust settles, I’ve been reminded by countless conversations with clients and friends that the holidays aren’t always easy and filled with the joy and connection we hope for. For some, the Thanksgiving holiday was full of connection and meaningful...
From drama to peace for the holiday meal
From drama to peace for the holiday meal November 24, 2024 Maybe you are super excited about the upcoming holiday dinner. Or maybe you are like many people—dreading it because of the inevitable conflicts that arise when your family gets together…. …siblings competing and arguing …political debates …old family conflicts coming up When things...
I was torn
I was torn November 17, 2024 I was conflicted about making a decision. On the one hand I really wanted to say yes to an invitation. On the other hand I had a long to-do list and limited time to get it all done. Sound Familiar? If so, I have a cool tool to help you make decisions with ease What I wanted to do and what was going to be the best...