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If you’ve already abandoned your new year’s resolution, this idea might give you a different way to start your year – even if you start today.
The Future is Uncertain, Exactly as It ‘s Always Been

If you find yourself concerned about the uncertainty of the future, you’re not alone. But there’s an open secret that may surprise you: the future has always been uncertain. Before the coronavirus pandemic, you may have felt like you knew what was ahead. Certainly there are flashes of the future you can predict or envision, […]
Crisis Management is a Time for Reflection

How are you managing the rapidly changing environment created by the COVID-19 crisis? Maybe you’re overwhelmed, or maybe you’re feeling hopeless. I spent Monday and Tuesday in a deep funk, at times breaking into tears with the thoughts of uncertainty that pervaded my days. Whether it’s grief or paralyzing fear, your experience is valid. What […]
My 2020 Guiding Principle: Clarity

When it’s time to set intentions for the new year, you have options other than the typical resolution.
Preserving Nature for a Beautiful Future

It is good to realize that if love and peace can prevail on earth, and if we can teach our children to honor nature’s gifts, the joys and beauties of the outdoors will be here forever. Jimmy Carter Earlier this month, Jimmy Carter celebrated his 95th birthday. I was a child when he served as […]
Mid-Week Motivation
Sometimes inspiration comes from the words of leaders in their fields. Here’s one of my favorites to remind you that your work matters. Keep doing good!
Humor Empowers: the Wisdom of Erma Bombeck

Erma Bombeck, American humorist and author, did more than make people laugh. She empowered them to contribute to the greater good.
We Need More Love in Our World

Jackie DeShannon made popular a song, “What the World Needs Now is Love” written and produced by Hal David and Burt Bacharach. The song conveyed a simple idea – that we’re surrounded by nature, light, and beauty, and yet, some people remain unloved. Sadly, the same could be said of our world today. Simply put, […]
Ornaments That Tell a Story

Christmas is a time to reflect on the gifts you’ve received and to find ways to see and bring joy to yourself and others.
Want to Be a Good Boss? Focus on People

Getting promoted to boss gives you the opportunity to shine a light on yourself and the people you are responsible for. Here’s how to do it.