Growing up, my grandfather was known for teaching us that “Your word is your bond. It’s like you’re signing a verbal contract with others,” he’d explain. When you follow through, people know that they can trust you. Sadly, today this age-old ... Read More
Showing Up
I woke up this morning before both of my children, a rare occurrence when you are a parent of tiny humans with constant needs. Lying in bed, I soaked in the stillness and quietness of the moment, knowing it was fleeting and appreciating it even more ... Read More
Flexible Leadership
“Blessed are the flexible, for they will not be bent out of shape.” I chuckled at this proverb that felt fitting for my role as a busy mom of tiny humans in this season of life: Always bending, responding, and flexing to save the day! For someone ... Read More
Celebrating Freedom
Do you remember when you did something really hard on your own for the first time? Maybe it was riding a bike without your training wheels or nailing a complex recipe for a dinner party you were hosting. Choosing to step out with autonomy challenges ... Read More
Teaching Trust
“Do you trust me?” he said with an earnest voice as he looked deeply into her eyes. Sitting in the dark theater among so many other families with their young kids, this question hung in the air between Aladdin and Jasmine in a scene most of us know too ... Read More
Authentically Imperfect
What have your imperfections taught you? Think back to the first time you learned how much you really didn’t know about something. Maybe it was even an area you assumed a level of confidence or even expertise in. And then suddenly you ... Read More
Accessing Your Imagination
“I put the FUN in FUNctional.” Parenting two small boys (three and under) while running two businesses, I have been known to say this phrase. It’s funny. It’s true. It’s hard. It’s exhausting. Sure, I’m creative and have my moments of fun – but “fun” ... Read More
Help Me Please
“Help me please…” His little voice was shaky from the tears that had preceded this simple request. After trying hard to put the tiny straw into the juice box for a few minutes, he was frustrated and had shouted “I can’t do this!” before melting into a ... Read More
Stop “Shoulding”
And Practice Self-Compassion Instead! How many times have you thought or even said “I really should…” in the last 24 hours? I should have taken that job I really should get more sleep I should have committed to less I should… We’re ... Read More
Rethinking Resilience
How do you feel going into 2019? You may have sat down and made a list of resolutions, set some powerful intentions, or decided on your Word of The Year (mine is IMPACT!). In order to make any headway on your list of resolutions and personal goals, ... Read More