Perspective
The other day I headed to the gym to do a cardio step class. I’m a huge fan of classes—for the obvious social reasons. They also push me to work harder. When my friend showed up next to me and admitted that wasn’t sure she could...
Personal Development
Keeping it Simple
Happy First Week of 2019! Now that the celebrations are a fond memory, I am ready to settle myself down and focus on a daily routine that brings me even more peace and joy. Easier said than done, right? We schedule our lives so carefully, yet...
Tips for Your New Year’s Resolve
As we count down to the arrival of another year, most of us have the desire to start fresh with some part of our lives--or all of them. How about you? Anything you’d like to switch up this year? I’ve said for a very long time...
The Magic of Passion and Purpose
Health is a priceless commodity. While food and exercise are at the top of the list of contributing to good health, passion and purpose are right up there alongside them. So, while I’m all about eating lots of vegetables and going to the gym, today I’m...
Slow Down to Speed Up
This mantra seems counterintuitive, especially since there are only 19 days until Christmas. Yet, it hit me during a recent time of stillness. It also reminded me of a book I’d read years ago, “Be Quick—But Don’t Hurry!” by Andrew Hill with John Wooden. I can hear...
A Fun Day of Celebrations
I find it quite curious that the day after many folks around the world celebrate Halloween, we find ourselves with more than we bargained for on November 1. Christians, celebrate All Saints’ Day, also known as All Hallows’ Day, in honor of all saints known and...
Embracing the Uncomfortable
Today’s topic hit me like a brick when I was doing just that--embracing the uncomfortable. Why would anyone do such a crazy thing? It hardly makes sense. Or does it? Our nature as human beings is to try to better ourselves in some way. Perhaps we’d like a...
What’s Your Story?
Our lives are fascinating. Sit quietly for a moment and consider a story about your life that someone would find compelling. And don’t tell me you don’t have one. Yes, you do. Like the time you and your friend took a bus trip to the largest hosta...
Change Begins with a Meal
I find this to be an interesting statement, since most people have an aversion to change; yet most people enjoy a meal. How does it resonate with you? (Pause, and consider this for a moment.) I heard this because a radio station was giving listeners an opportunity...
Go Ahead, Be Fearless
We hear it often enough, those four little words that pack a huge punch: “Do not be afraid.” Easier said than done. Thankfully, I’m doing a little better with this concept, which gives me courage--and faith--to be fearless as I face new challenges. I’m not going to suggest...