Category: Self-Reflection

Under Construction

September 3, 2024

For the last six weeks I have been working outside the USA facilitating a bunch of ‘before school’ workshops. It’s been a terrific experience – […]

It’s Not About the Tooth

August 1, 2024

I skipped my 6-month dental appointment this past December. The dental hygienists are booked up at my dentist’s office and it’s gonna take til September […]

Growing Older

July 1, 2024

I am now 57 years old. I told someone I was 58 this week but I am 57. I ultimately checked on https://www.datetime.io/ and even […]

No More Emotional Pollution

June 3, 2024

I don’t like working out. I will lift weights and walk on treadmills, go for a hike and even attempt to jog, but I don’t […]

Shed Your Skin

February 1, 2024

I had the pleasure of working with a colleague on a trip this past week and with that trip came a delightful home cooked meal […]

Empower Yourself

December 1, 2023

My word for 2024 is Empower. “To make (someone) stronger and more confident, especially in controlling their life.”
Three immediate memories come to mind when I […]

Living My Values Out Loud

August 1, 2023

Have had a great time over the last few weeks working with an exercise from my book, Stretching Your Learning Edges: Growing (Up) at Work. […]

Keep Sweeping

July 5, 2023

I cut my hair into a short pixie this past month. I also cut my nails down and chose not to paint them. Both are […]

Open Space

June 1, 2023

Definition: Clearing
“An open space in a forest, especially one cleared for cultivation.”
Ah, June – a time when schools have closed, summer begins, and we can […]

Finding The Good In the Moment

May 1, 2023

I spent my spring break in Mexico at Rancho La Puerta where I hiked and where I learned. Boy, do I keep learning.
Day One
I start […]