Ask Yourself What You Want: Getting Clear on What Matters Most

We’ve talked about the power of being real. We’ve explored how failure can shape us instead of stop us. Now we’re moving into the third part of the REAL Method: Ask Yourself What You Want. Sounds simple, right? But for so many of us, this question is surprisingly difficult to answer. Because when life gets […]

Embrace the Mess: How Failure Builds Real Confidence

We’re continuing our journey through the REAL Method—and this week, we’re going straight into the one thing most of us try to avoid: failure. But here’s the truth most people won’t say out loud—failure isn’t the end of your story. In fact, it might be the very thing that helps you write your next chapter […]

Authenticity: How to Embrace Being Real in a World Full of Filters

Let’s be honest—we’re living in a world where it’s harder than ever to know what’s real. The concept of authenticity has become increasingly elusive in today’s society. Between perfectly curated social media feeds, airbrushed influencers, AI-generated everything, and news headlines we don’t know whether to trust, reality has become… complicated. And it’s exhausting. We scroll […]

Embracing Change: Learning to Thrive in New Seasons of Life

Change. Even the word itself can feel intimidating. It’s something that many people fear, and I get it—change brings uncertainty, discomfort, and unpredictability. It’s that unsettling feeling of stepping into the unknown. Yet, change is also one of life’s greatest constants. No matter how hard we try, it’s always there, nudging us forward. Rather than […]

Lead by Example: Why Actions Speak Louder Than Words

You’ve probably heard it. You may have even said it. I know I have. “Do as I say, not as I do.” It rolls off the tongue almost like a parental rite of passage. And on the surface, it sounds like an easy fix. “Hey, I may not be perfect, but just listen to the […]

My Author’s Journey: Writing with REAL Confidence

People often ask me what it’s like to write a book, and honestly, it’s a pretty interesting experience. It’s definitely not all glamorous—there are plenty of late nights, coffee-fueled mornings, and moments where you stare at a blinking cursor wondering what comes next. So today, I thought I’d pull back the curtain and share what […]

How Motherhood Shapes Powerful Leaders

If you had asked me twenty years ago about leadership, I would never have connected it to motherhood. I might have even laughed out loud and said, “Me a leader? Nope, I’m just a mom.” But as the mother of six kids, I’ve learned that there’s nothing “just” about motherhood. In fact, it’s one of […]

How Real Friendships Protect Your Mental Health

Have you ever had one of those days when your mental health is plummeting and everything feels overwhelming? You know, the kind where stress piles up at work, traffic is terrible, and all you want to do is climb into bed and pull the covers over your head? Who is it that you reach out […]

Yes! You Really Are Making a Difference

Have you ever had one of those days when you wonder, “Am I really making a difference?” You’re working hard, pouring your heart into something, but doubt creeps in. Maybe it’s your job, your hobby, your family, or just daily acts of kindness. Sometimes you may feel like you’re throwing pebbles into a vast ocean, […]

32 Years Together: The Real Secret to a Lasting Marriage

This month marks 32 years of marriage between my husband and me. Wow, just saying that out loud feels surreal. I often get asked by friends, family, even strangers, “What’s the secret? How did you do it?” The truth is, there’s no magic formula or perfect recipe. If I could distill it down to one […]