Personal Growth Has No Finish Line
My choice to become a speaker has taught me a lot about personal growth. I’ve given many speeches over the years. Each time I step onto a stage, I carry with me the lessons I’ve learned from past experiences. Yet when I step off that stage, there’s never been a moment when I think, “That’s […]
Do It Anyway: Why Facing Your Fear Is Worth It
Facing your fear can be a scary thing—but it can also be empowering. This week I did something that scared me. I was at an event where they invited people on stage to share a new story they were working on. When I heard that invitation, part of me thought, “Just sit this one out.” […]
The Art of Managing Pressure
“Pressure makes diamonds.” That’s what they say. But more often than not, when pressure comes from the wrong place—when it’s unaligned, unrelenting, and unaddressed—it doesn’t make diamonds. It creates dysfunction. This kind of pressure feels like an endless uphill climb, no matter how hard you push. It makes you keep trying to force something to […]
The Value of Saying Yes When No Seems Easier
Sometimes in life, we have so much on our plate that the idea of saying yes to something new feels impossible. I know that feeling well. Recently, we had an exchange student stay with us for five weeks. Life was very busy—work, family, school projects, and endless errands filled our days. Yet, we said yes […]
Embracing Change with a Growth Mindset
Embracing change may seem scary. But every day, things around us change. The weather, our jobs, our relationships, even our thoughts—all are in constant motion. Instead of fighting these changes or feeling upset, imagine what would happen if we chose to accept them. Accepting change means understanding that life is always moving forward—and that it […]
How to Cultivate Curiosity and Lifelong Learning
This week, I am participating in a continuing education program. This experience has got me thinking about the importance of lifelong learning. Today’s world is changing rapidly. And the ability to learn new things and adapt to new circumstances is more important than we might realize. Cultivating curiosity and committing to lifelong learning can really […]
How to Make the Best of Missed Opportunities
We’ve all experienced missed opportunities—those moments when we look back and think, “If only I had taken that chance.” Often, these missed opportunities can bring feelings of regret and frustration. But if we look at them differently, these experiences can also offer valuable lessons and new perspectives. By changing how we view missed opportunities, we […]
Strengthening Resilience in Uncertain Times
Strengthening resilience is vital in today’s fast-paced and crazy world. I’m pretty sure we could all use a little more resilience to get through life’s challenges and uncertainties. No matter who you are—life can be hard. But strengthening resilience empowers us to bounce back from adversity, overcome obstacles, and thrive in the face of uncertainty. […]
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 […]
3 Important Reasons You Should Do Hard Things
You can do hard things. I want you to plant those words firmly into your mind. Eleanor Roosevelt once said, “You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” Through the years, I have realized how important this statement really is. We tend to play it safe in life. We often choose to do […]