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Superheroes Wear Yoga Pants
I’d like to tell you a story about a little girl. When my daughter was about two years old, we were at Target when she needed to use the restroom. She didn’t know which was the girl’s and which was the boy’s. So I looked at her and said the obvious thing, the women’s restroom…
Climb the Steepest Mountain
There are times in life when you are tired and you want to go for a leisurely walk. You want to relax and take in the scenery and just enjoy the moment. There are other times when you need to strive to be the very best you. During these times, I encourage you not to…
Take Your Eye Off the Ball
We all know that if you want to succeed in life, we need to stay focused and keep our eye on the ball. I’d like you to take a look at this short video to learn more about the importance of keeping your eye on the ball. After watching the video, you can see what…
936 Weekends
From the moment a baby is born, the countdown begins. You are given the gift of 936 weekends with your child before they turn 18. 936. At first glance, it sounds like a lot. That’s almost 1,000 weekends. Multiply it by two and you have 1,872 weekend days. But ask any parent whose child has…
Most People are Good
News travels fast. Bad news travels faster. Years ago, news would be presented in 30 minute chunks at 5pm and 10pm. Today it is pumped out 24 hours a day by anyone who has a phone in their pocket. It’s relentless and exhausting. A quick look at our screen gives us a glimpse into the…
In Praise of Slowness
Here are a few headlines that I read just today: Samsung Galaxy Note9: A Flagship Phone for Busy Millennials 5 Hacks for Busy Entrepreneurs Parents Are Too Busy To Potty Train We live in a culture that worships the cult of busy. Somehow, we have been sold the idea that we will be better people,…
When It’s Time to Walk Away
“I always get to where I’m going by walking away from where I’ve been.” – Winnie the Pooh Walking away can be so, so hard. Leaving friends who are your tribe. Leaving the home where your children were infants. Waving goodbye to family as you forge out on your own. I’ve done all of the…
I Will Always Be Your Safe Place
I know a secret. It was told to me last night in the dark cavernous circle of trust that happens just before bedtime slips into dreamland. My daughter had been keeping a secret for months and she was finally ready to tell me. I offered no advice. I responded with no judgement. I just listened.…
What Did You Do Today That Mattered?
Every night before bed, we all have to answer two questions to make sure that we are putting our lives to good use. What was the best part of your day? What did you do today that mattered? What Was the Best Part of Your Day? The first question is meant to find the joy…