How to Be Fully Present for Others

With so many distractions and competing demands for our attention, it can be challenging to be fully present for the people in our lives. But being fully present is an important gift we can give to the people around us. Being fully present is about connection. To be truly present means giving others our undivided […]

Four Ways to Find Stillness in a Fast-Paced World

I don’t know about you, but for me, it’s a struggle to find stillness in today’s fast-paced world. It often feels like we’re constantly on the move, rushing from one task to the next with little time to pause and catch our breath. The demands of work, family, and social obligations can leave us feeling […]

The Purpose and Power of Saying No

Saying no is never an easy thing to do. But it is absolutely a skill we need to learn and master. Saying yes to everything is detrimental. When I was younger, I would say yes to every volunteer opportunity that came along. I would say yes to bringing snacks for the kids’ school. When they […]

Empathy in Action: Walking in Someone Else’s Shoes

Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. It’s a quality I hold dear, especially in today’s world, where there just doesn’t seem to be enough of it. Empathy is About Connection Empathy is more than just a passive emotion. It’s an active practice that requires us to step outside of […]

The Real Beauty of Embracing Imperfection

The definition of imperfection literally means “a fault, blemish, or undesirable feature.” Is it any wonder that with a definition like that, we spend most of our lives trying to overcome our flaws and seek perfection? And in a world filled with images of perfection, it’s easy to feel inadequate and strive for that unattainable […]

The Importance of Both Giving and Accepting a Compliment

Why is it so hard for us to say thank you when someone gives us a compliment? This is something that I have struggled with for years. Your response is a reflection of you. Being able to say thank you for a compliment is part of our ability to see our own self-worth. It is […]

I May be Over 50, But I’m Still Growing Up

You may think growing up is just for kids, but I’m here to tell you it’s for all of us. I just celebrated my 52nd birthday, so Olivia and I decided to record a podcast on my birthday. When I asked her what we should call it, she said, “Do you grow up or grow […]

Cracking the Code to Greater Happiness

Recently, Olivia and I did a podcast on happiness. We discovered that when you look at statistics on happiness, they are very interesting. Obviously, most things are subjective. I mean, how do you really compare happiness? But still, there are several studies that show there is a science to happiness. We have the ability to […]

Confidence Starts Here: The Importance of Self-Respect

If you struggle with self-respect, you’re not alone. Many people struggle to respect themselves. Sadly, our lack of respect for ourselves can damage how we see ourselves and how we see the world. It can also destroy our confidence. Confidence isn’t just what’s on the outside. In reality, confidence isn’t even what people see. It’s […]

How to Overcome Negativity in Your Life

Did you know that our brains naturally focus on the negativity around us? It’s called the negativity bias, and it can be a real problem for our mental health. Negativity bias is automatic. Studies have shown that our brains react much more heavily to negative stimuli. This means that you could be having a really […]