Often times I see not fitting in, not being perfect, not being perfect enough, not being what others or another expects or wants, not being “something"….results in our feeling that our life is not full, joyful, or more tragically, not worth living.
Read More
Many psychologists are saying we may need to give ourselves a break and give grace, regarding resolutions for this year. It’s been tough and we’re experiencing more depression, anxiety and other mental and physical health issues as a result of the pandemic…
Read More
It’s another cloudy and middle cold day. This year of 2020 continues into another day, and then a next I’m sure, and I hope, overcasting each with a sense that time is passing both faster and slower than we can track. Most chronological markers in the form of traditions, seasonal events, have been or will be changed…
Read More
How many people during this pandemic - sheltering in place, in quarantine, or lock down - need to ask for forgiveness? An internet search didn’t return with a relational result, rather than a financial one
Read More
It’s all new, the potential for, well, anything is in it. There are no mistakes or regrets in it. Even if you are carrying over a few less than stellar situations from last year - face these with a new perspective. Review and re-frame them as needed.
Read More
September is National Suicide Prevention month. Usually the focus on those at risk as is appropriate; but, what if you’ve already lost someone to suicide? I’d like to address the loss experienced by those who are still living…
Read More
The depth of pain, hopelessness, overwhelmed-ness, sadness - you name the feeling - is tragic and for some unimaginable. You don’t have to understand the pain to be able to help. You also don’t need to be a mental health professional to make a difference. Here are some ways you can help make a difference…
Read More
How much we work is something that we have some say in. Work-life balance? No such thing. There’s just life…
Read More
We have many things in our lives that are out of our control or our sphere to manage. Choosing a few goals or setting resolutions that we genuinely value can help us gain a sense of control and help us learn to live life well…
Read More
Does a grateful attitude help in being a servant-leader? Most of us know what servant-leadership is. We understand the general concept of acting gracious toward our direct reports and team, focusing on what’s best for others or the success of the team rather than our personal gain...
Read More