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The chisel or the blow torch? Why we must DO something.
My 9-year old is shaving her head to raise money for childhood cancer research through St. Baldrick’s (whom we love). She created flyers, handed them out to the 4th grade classes, and bravely spoke to them (unscripted and unplanned) to ask for...
The Beauty of Grief
January had me thinking a lot about grief. And how grief can also be a measure for the depths of our human connection. And how our human connection drives our happiness and success. Last month was the 21st birthday of Martha and...
The Cure for Being “Too” Much OR “Too” Quiet
Curiosity. Like a toddler that asks “WhyWhyWhy?”… curiosity shows interest. It shows that you don’t know it all. That you care. That you are a learner, even if you’re also a leader. The only thing I’ve ever found truly fascinating is...
The Big Three: Communication, Trust, & Relationships
Today I set aside time to sit on my couch with a cup of tea, across from one of my dearest friends of 20 years, and catch up on life. Taking this quiet time, while the kids were at school, will...
Do you use reflection to increase your happiness?
Over the weekend, I went to the Apple store with my 13 year old son to buy myself a new computer. We had already bought him new glasses and hit up Birdcall for lunch. I was loving this rare time alone with...
