…resolute…

Of course it’s that time of year where everyone is making New Year’s resolutions and with the first week of January under our belts, I wonder how many have stayed and how many have been chucked out the window already! I used to not believe in New Year’s resolutions. I always thought that setting goals … Continue reading

…#womenwhoinspire…

I’ve been writing lately about being confident in your own purpose and abilities. Often when we see others who are pursuing their purpose and dreams we can respond with jealousy. Instead use it to inspire us to follow our purpose that aligns with our abilities, personality, and passions. You can’t take someone else’s purpose and … Continue reading

…my summer mantra…

Summer is gearing up and that means lazy afternoons on the patio or by the pool, BBQs, hiking adventures, and the will to make it through the work day when you’d rather be outside. Anytime weather brings a new season, I always take the time to think about what this season will bring and be … Continue reading

…list your blessings…

Why is that when one area of your life is going well, there is another area of your life that isn’t? When your job is going really great, you get in a fight with your best friend. Or you finally paid off your student loans, but you’ve been working so hard that you haven’t been … Continue reading

…words…

Words can cut. People can be mean. They can use words to hurt, to scar, to demean, and to put down. Using gossip, sarcasm, name-calling, and swearing. Words can create. People can be build up. They can use words to praise, support, and encourage. Using compliments, positive affirmation, truth-telling, and laughter. Watch your words. They … Continue reading