“Go instead, where there is no path, and leave a trail.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson. I recently stumbled (literally) onto a new perspective, a new path that has led to some much appreciated, healthier, and happier thoughts and direction. It goes without saying that those healthier, happier thoughts have overflowed into the people I chooseContinue reading “Forging a New Path to Happiness”
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Be the Flowers.
“We need much less than we think we need.” ~ Maya Angelou Just a few nights ago, after a day filled with unusual and uncomfortable worries and other negative emotions, I found the ground again…or should I say that I was graciously but directly reintroduced to the ground. Grounded by someone’s thoughts, words, grace, andContinue reading “Be the Flowers.”
The Importance of Asking Why
As a teacher for the last 15 years, and with corporate training systems in my background as well, I’ve had countless opportunities to “break the ice” with students and colleagues. That said, even typing the term “Ice Breaker” makes me cringe. But yes, I have started every convention, every meeting, and ever semester with theContinue reading “The Importance of Asking Why”
My Stress, Anxiety, and Depression Toolbox.
When it comes to the stresses of our lives, maybe Lennon & McCartney had the answer right from the start. We need to just “Let it be.” It’s likely, however, that even those famous lyrics were inspired by wisdom passed down by the sages and mentors who guided Liverpool’s famous composing duo. Reading and listeningContinue reading “My Stress, Anxiety, and Depression Toolbox.”
#itsdad ~ Seriously! SHUT UP!
Hey guys! It’s Dad. Ok. For real. Just writing that title made me feel pretty uncomfortable. I’m grateful that it’s not often that I hear raised-voices in our home. However, it’s unlikely that we’ll always find ourselves in such a peaceful and respectful environment. We can’t isolate ourselves from the outside world and all ofContinue reading “#itsdad ~ Seriously! SHUT UP!”
Harvesting Insights 