Why I’m Smiling More
Whenever someone I love passes, I have a practice that helps me deal with the grief. I identify one admirable characteristic they are known for and commit to emulate it. …
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What Are You Missing?
Have you missed out on great ideas, experiences and connections with others simply because you were focused on what doesn’t matter? We all have. Only we can decide where …
Why Mindfulness Matters
Mindfulness. It’s the big buzzword these days, like kale and quinoa. But is this just a passing fad or a significant shift in consciousness designed to save us from the burnout of …
What’s Your Favorite CRAVE Step to Achieve Your Goals?
Perhaps you heard me present “CRAVE Your Goals!” at your company or convention, or read my “Working with Wisdom” book and finally decided to take action. So, you cleaned out the …
Practice the Four Gs
I recently spoke on a panel about work-life balance at the Hadassah 98th Annual National Convention in Atlanta. One of the audience members shared a practice that works for her and …
Three Reasons Vision Boards Work
One of the most rewarding aspects of my speaking career is helping professionals create vision boards. Once considered no more than an arts and crafts project for pre-teen girls, vision boards have …
Why Smile?
(Smile as you read this.) Do you know what happens when you purposely smile for as little as 20 seconds? Triggered by the movements of the muscles in your face, …
Balance Begins with Why
As I prepare to present another “Work-Life Balance Wisdom” conference program, I am reminded how important it is to define the why before you can deal with the what and …
Progress, not Perfection
We’re about halfway through the year and I have to ask, “How are those resolutions coming along?” If you’re like most people, many of the goals you craved at the beginning …
What Muhammad Ali Knew about Winning
Muhammad Ali had an unwavering belief in himself. The colorful three-time heavyweight boxing champion, philanthropist and social activist knew the power of words, whether he was battling his opponent …