Let your gifts shine – that is why they were given to you. That is the message I have been giving to people who are shy about putting them out there. It’s not egotistical, self-centered, narcissistic, big headed or any of those things you are afraid people are thinking. And yes, you are good enough. […]
The Joy Of Seeking Harmony And Collaboration
Harmony and collaboration create joy – That is what came to mind as I watched Lee play a big concert over the weekend. He had created a show, “1971, The Greatest Year In Music” six years ago, played it here several times and then his Nashville musician friends picked it up, selling it out every […]
How To Maturely Cope With Unwanted Change
Being clear on how to cope with unwanted change is a skill that separates mature people from others. We all have faced things we don’t want from tragedy to an unhappy turn of events. And we all tend to admire those who step up and handle it with calm dignity, clear choices and decisive action. […]
How To Follow Your Star
Learning how to follow your star – your own interests and talents – is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. It’s a factor that differentiates the people who are happy with their life from those who are not. Since it’s become a focal point of the coaching/therapy work I do, […]
To Increase Your Motivation – Notice What Makes You Marvel
Finding what makes you marvel is one way to ignite your interest and motivation. I was needing it badly lately when the weather was dreary, and my energy was low. The word “marvel” came to mind and by focusing on it, I quickly switched my mindset. Getting through the final months and days of winter […]
The Gift Of Time And Attention
Giving your time and attention may not seem like a precious gift, until you step back and look at it closely. What really is more valuable? As we consider Valentines Day, or any special day or occasion, isn’t the attention and time with those we love what is most important? This thought came from a […]
Want To Know The Next Best Thing To Do – Clarify your Intention
Intention is the starting point for everything. If you want to figure out what is the next best thing to do in any aspect of your life, first clarify your intention. This lesson keeps coming back to me. I am facing a crossroad. With a reduction in some of my consultation, I have a little […]
The Benefits Of Community
Our community showed up in full force! It was Lee’s birthday, both my son’s birthdays and another 8 people, all born under the sign of Aquarius. What do you do with that? Have an Age of Aquarius birthday party of course, complete with the fabulous music of the times. Lee’s musician friends from Nashville came, […]
Facing Your Avoidance – Four Tricks For Productivity And Accountability
Avoidance is the opposite of productivity – on the other side of the continuum – and accountability is the tool that keeps you on track. Getting productive and staying accountable is at the heart of meeting your goals, yet often the best laid plans make this hard. I hear how people use avoidance by shifting […]
Ways You Can Put The Inspiration Martin Luther King Into Action
The inspiration and legacy of Martin Luther King are so daunting that it often eclipses the truth of the profound messages he delivered, making us think we can’t follow his example. That was true for me until I looked more closely at some of his quotes and thought about his influence. There is much to […]