Defeating the Monster in Your Mind
A few years ago my son's bedtime regime included the typical bath, teeth brushing, and bedtime story. However, it also included a slightly unusual routine of "Monster Spraying" his side...
Who Are You? Who, Who, Who, Who
In last week's Thought Partner Friday, we talked about September being the new January and I mentioned that this week and next, I would offer you two opportunities to consider...
September is the New January
September, in the Northern Hemisphere at least, can feel very much like the start of a new year. Therefore, is there any merit to this growing concept that "September is...
Okay, So, Be Someone Else
Sometimes a dose of reality is refreshing and recalibrating. Out to dinner with a friend of mine the other night and in response to something I said I can't do,...
As Suze Says…
Some of you may know, but most of you probably don't, I am a pretty big fan of personal finance guru, Suze Orman. I think she's fantastic in so many...
Determining the Win Before You Begin
We've previously spoken about envisioning successful outcomes, thinking strategically in order to ensure your ultimate goals are achieved, and recalibrating direction when goals, priorities, and initiatives shift. Yet I can't...
Wait for More, No More
Happy Fri-YAY! I hope you took up the challenge issued last Friday to carve out some time to rest and reset this week. What came up for you? Did you...
Rest and Reset
My vacation officially begins today at 4:00 pm Eastern Standard Time! There is always excitement and anticipation knowing you are thiiiiiiiiiiiis close to shutting it all down and heading out...
The Meaning of Words
One of the advantages of having a young person in your life is that you often find yourself with an "opportunity" to explain challenging concepts, words, and phrases in a...
A Little Holiday Humor
Many of us in the United States will be celebrating the 4th of July next Tuesday. A national holiday celebrating the passage of the Declaration of Independence. The day is...