The Art of Letting Go—Parenting Tips for Coping with High School Graduation

It’s that time again when parents and teenagers everywhere are gearing up for high school graduation. My son, Ari, graduates from high school tomorrow morning, and I am very excited for him and ready for him to start this next chapter of his life. But a part of me is still sad to let him […]

10 Simple Strategies for Managing Stress

Managing stress can be a challenge, especially in today’s fast-paced world. As a busy professional and a parent of six children, finding peace in chaos has been a constant struggle for me. Between work, family, and personal obligations, it can be difficult to manage the stress and overwhelm that comes with a busy life. To […]

Never Underestimate the Power of Your Words

Words are one of the most powerful tools we possess. Your words have power. Because of this—it’s important to recognize that words matter. I don’t think that many people take the time to really think about how powerful their words can be. One positive or negative word from us to another person can affect their […]

Redefining Failure: The Benefits of Embracing Challenges

Challenges are an inevitable part of life. Whether we like it or not, there will be difficulties and obstacles along the way. But it’s important to remember that challenges don’t have to be a negative thing. They can be wonderful opportunities for our learning and growth. By embracing our challenges and finding the lesson in […]

The Power of Positive Self-Talk

As a mother, an author, and a motivational speaker, I absolutely believe in the power of positive self-talk. The words we say matter. Every word we speak or think about ourselves can have a significant impact on our confidence and self-esteem. If we constantly put ourselves down or doubt our abilities, it can hold us […]

Loving a Pet is One of Life’s Greatest Treasures

If you don’t have a pet in your life, it’s sometimes difficult to understand how close people can become to their animals. The death of a pet often feels like the death of a family member. Last week, we lost our dog of 15 years. Her name was Keina. Keina came from our pediatrician who […]

Why the Passover Should Matter to You

Passover began this week. Since it’s such an important holiday for the Jewish people, I wanted to share a little bit about what Passover is and how it relates to freedom. Passover is an important Jewish festival. It commemorates the Jewish exodus from Egypt and the Israelites’ emancipation from slavery. It is celebrated in the […]

Let’s Stop the Hate and Accept People for Who They Are

Since the time I was a child, I could never understand how someone could hate someone else just because of their religion or the color of their skin. Unfortunately, we are living in a time when hate is becoming even more prevalent. Honestly, I still don’t understand how it’s possible to hate someone because of […]

Never Forget That Age is Just a Number

The older I get, the more I realize age is just a number. This week, I turned 51. But for the last couple of months, I’ve been saying that I’m turning 52. It’s funny how that works. The older I get, the less my age matters to me. When I was younger, it was all […]

Ten Ways to Find Inspiration in Everyday Life

As a mother of six, a motivational speaker, and a believer in being the good in the world, I am constantly searching for inspiration in my daily life. Whether it’s in the small moments of joy with my children, the beauty of nature, or the kindness of strangers, I believe that inspiration is all around […]