Keep Calm and Say No
I met a woman yesterday who reminded me of something I often tell my clients who feel overwhelmed by the many roles they play in life. “No.” she said, “Is a complete sentence.” Those of us who find joy in alleviating the burdens of others, may not always recognize the burdens we are creating for ourselves. Before [...]
What Should My Goal Be?
A few weeks ago, I asked readers to send questions they would like me to answer in my blog. I received many responses including one from Anne who wanted to know how to define her goals. She shared that she wasn’t sure where to start or how to [...]
Helping Each Other Succeed
Two friends from China decided they were stronger together than they were as individuals. Their story is unique in that Wenqi was a double amputee and Haiza was completely blind. Yet, despite their handicaps they wanted to be productive and contribute to generations to come. Finding it difficult [...]
What Dying People Don’t Say
Nobody says as they’re dying, “I’m so happy I lived a self-protected life.” Instead they say things like, I wish I would have let myself be happier, expressed my feelings more, and lived true to myself instead of what others expected. Early programing teaches us what not to [...]
As Americans…
As Americans, we have passionately fought against injustices. When the incidences of deaths due to drunk driving in this country were increasing we sought legislation. We created stronger laws, harsher penalties, safer cars, and brought awareness to our communities. The lives lost due to drunk drivers caused change [...]
The Path of Less Resentment
Resentment is a feeling that builds when we are doing something we really don't want to do-- even if we agree to do it. It's one of those tricky, volcanic emotions that starts with a low ember. The people around us don't know our frustration is building. We [...]