Here’s What to Do When You Have a Bad Day

Have you ever had one of those days? I’m talking about those days when you feel like you have things all together. You’re on a roll and getting everything done. But then—something shows up that causes everything to go off track. Well, between yesterday and today, I’ve experienced that kind of day two days in […]

Your Truth Is Not Always the Truth

Your truth is not the truth. What would you say if I told you your truth isn’t actually always the truth? That may hit you the wrong way, but let me explain. Last year, I bought my daughter a calendar with the title Unf*** Yourself. The calendar gives quotes and ideas each day to help […]

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 […]

Creating Connections Brings a Greater Perspective

The older I get, the more my perspective of the world changes. This certainly could be because the world is changing. But I think it’s more because I am changing. The more connections I make, the greater my understanding of the world becomes.   As another year comes to a close, and I look back […]

What I’ve learned after 29 years of marriage

After 29 years of marriage, it finally happened. At three o’clock in the morning, as I went into the bathroom with the light off and my eyes half closed, I assumed the toilet seat would be down. But I was wrong—and I fell into the toilet!                     The seat has always been down. It’s just something […]

Why Everyone Should Consider a Gap Year

With graduation looming, the idea of a gap year has been tossed around in many conversations. I’ve noticed that there are a lot of differing opinions. But from my own personal experience, I believe a gap year is a great idea. A gap year would have helped me reflect on my life. Growing up, my […]

Don’t Let Limitations Define You

Limitations Keep You Stuck We all have limitations. That’s just how life works. I will never be a neurosurgeon like my husband, nor will I be an Olympic champion—I know my limitations, and I’m sure you know yours too. But because I know my limitations, there was a time in my life that I would […]