Whatever your background, this time of year makes you think about independence. First, we have Juneteenth, when we commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S., and then we have Independence Day in the U.S. on July 4th. Yesterday, the 14th of July, was Bastille Day in France, a national holiday to celebrate the day in 1789 when the common people of France stormed a prison that … [Read more...] about What Does Independence Mean to You?
Raising Your Voice
How to Get Clarity On What You Want & Need
Why It’s Important and How to Get Started! In most of the previous episodes, I've noted that it's important to start any personal journey, new initiative, or collaboration (including a new relationship), prepping for a difficult conversation, etc., by getting very clear on what you want and need from the situation—and your life overall! In this episode, I go a bit deeper … [Read more...] about How to Get Clarity On What You Want & Need
Advocate For Yourself – Why, How, & When You Need To Be Your Own Champion
When you are working toward your goals to become your highest self, you often need to advocate for yourself to move forward. In previous articles, I've noted how many people find that some people around them, including close friends and family, may try to sabotage their efforts to lose weight or reach another goal. Some of us also have issues with medical professionals who … [Read more...] about Advocate For Yourself – Why, How, & When You Need To Be Your Own Champion
Fear, Emotions, and Obsessions to Fuel Growth – Insights from Ed Mylett’s Interview with Leila Hormozi
A few weeks ago, I came across a very insightful episode of the Ed Mylett Show podcast on a four-hour drive from my daughter’s college. I couldn’t wait to get home, listen again, take notes, and share the episode with everyone! Mylett’s guest was successful entrepreneur influencer Leila Hormozi, and the topic was Transform FEAR into FUEL. Mylett had recently … [Read more...] about Fear, Emotions, and Obsessions to Fuel Growth – Insights from Ed Mylett’s Interview with Leila Hormozi
OMG, I felt so Stupid! (How I came to be at a crossroads.)
OMG, I felt so STUPID! If you know me, I’m usually the one with all the answers, but in yesterday’s mastermind group, I felt like I had no answers. I’m not used to that, and so many things went through my mind: - I need to get out of here! - This group isn’t for me. - I’m not ready. - I’m not good/intelligent/confident enough. I had that tight, … [Read more...] about OMG, I felt so Stupid! (How I came to be at a crossroads.)