Be a Turtle
Looking for some inspiration? Here is a sneak peek chapter from my newest book, The Upside of Falling: Connecting to the Art and Heart of Being a Writer. And it’s all about turtles….
Read MoreModern Day Alchemist
What is an alchemist? A traditional alchemist was someone who practiced alchemy, a blend of science, spirituality, and philosophy. They sought to transform base metals into gold, but their deeper goal was personal and spiritual transformation. . .
Read MoreBe a Genius
I doubt that anyone in the history of the history of all history would be silly enough to dispute that Albert Einstein was a genius. He was indeed in every sense of the word. Yes, I’m asking you to be a genius. To be like Einstein. Simple, right?
Read MoreDancing in the Dark
Remember that catchy song “Dancing in the Dark” by Bruce Springsteen? That's been me lately. Let me back up a minute. . . .
Read MoreFind Your Free
There is nothing else in the world like writing. We get to shed light on whatever it is we care most about. What is important, joyful, thrilling, and meaningful to us. If we want to reach people, we need to be willing to . . .
Read MoreGetting Out of Our Own Way
I don't know about you, but I often get in my own way. It's magical though when I catch myself in the middle of this and realize I have the power to change . . . .
Read MoreAvenues to Transformation
What is transformation, exactly? At first, it may appear straightforward. It’s simply change, right? Yes and no. Let’s delve a little deeper. Change is constant. Everything in this universe is in flux and change is happening . . .
Read MoreLittle Rocks of Love
How many times have you taken a walk around your neighborhood and everything looks normal, in its place? Ordinary. Your eyes gloss over the usual sights and your mind is elsewhere . . .
Read MoreNurturing Intimacy in Relationships
Being in a healthy, emotionally mature, intimate relationship is something that most people aspire to experience. The American-German psychologist Erik Erikson defines intimacy as . . .
Read MoreEmbracing Your Inner Feline
Because of the state of the world, for the past four months, I've spent pretty much 24 hours 7 days a week with my cat Jade. Here are a few things I've noticed . . .
The Secret Hidden Beneath All of Life
Words. Sometimes our own words are the best way to help, convey, lift, inspire, connect, and reach others. And then sometimes we fall short, inadequate, left searching, emptiness in our hands . . .
Read MoreLaughter, Anyone?
Interested in turning your stress into serenity? Laughter is just what the doctor ordered. Unfortunately, most days we don’t laugh. That’s why I suggest not waiting for something to make you laugh . . .
Read MoreGiving Is Not Only Contagious, It's Healing
Did you know that giving is contagious? Actually, I just made that up. But there are studies (somewhere by someone) that say when we witness others giving, we get inspired to give. It spreads, just like yawning . . .
Read MoreSometimes Life Stings
Last week I was cooking dinner and something unusual happened that jolted me out of my daze. I love to cook and was making some new recipes for my upcoming cookbook . . .
Read MoreThe Road to Purpose
For years I wondered what purpose I had. Why was I here? Why had I endured all that I had? And what was left for me to do now? I excelled in higher education, traveled all around the world, competed in . . .
Read MoreA New Way for a New Year
How many of us make New Year’s Resolutions and then a few months, weeks, or even just days after we made them give up on them? It’s probably because most of our resolutions are difficult to achieve and to maintain . . .
Read MorePeace Equals...
What first enters your mind when you think of the holiday season? Over-dosing on sugar? Circling a crowded parking lot over and over again in search of a space? How Jim Carey embodied the Grinch so well?
Read MoreGratitude Raises Your Altitude
Each year in the United States around Thanksgiving time, there is a palpable buzz around giving thanks. What a wonderful tradition–expressing what we are grateful for! If we probe a little deeper, there is . . .
Read MoreOnce Upon a Time, There Was a Blog About Inspiration and Healing
If you’re anything like me, you’ve at one time or another been in need of inspiration and some serious healing. When I say healing, I mean physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual healing. Okay, Marvin Gaye . . .
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