The Best Holiday Gift
Once again, as in olden days, happy golden days of yore Faithful friends who are dear to us will be near to us once more. Someday soon we all will be together if the fates allow Until then, we’ll have … Continued
Five Ways to Be Kind at Work on World Kindness Day
I was surprised to see my colleague’s name pop up on my phone. I wasn’t expecting her call; I knew she was facing an agonizing day of meetings so consuming that she needed to reschedule our standing check-in conversation to … Continued
Embracing Our Falling Leaves
While driving the other day, I spotted this quote on a sign in front of a church and realized I really needed to hear this…and how much I need the reinforcement to do exactly what it says. Historically, I have … Continued
Never Too Busy for Kindness
I regretted my tone as soon as I heard it in my own ears. Moments after hopping on a call—and in response to a colleague’s cheerful inquiry about how I was doing that day—I told her I was fine, thanks. … Continued
Summertime and the Livin’ is Easy…
Except when it’s not. Every year, I look forward to summer. Not being a fan of cold weather, I welcome the warmer, longer days (even if the Mid-Atlantic is often more hot and humid than “warm”) and the sense of … Continued
Wonder at Work
After years without a visit, this summer my nieces are making the journey from their home in Maine to visit me near Washington, DC. Recognizing that the roundtrip road trip is a long way for two little girls, purchasing planes … Continued
Look for the Helpers
Typically I start these articles on a more upbeat note but the events of the last few weeks in our country have taken an enormous toll. On me. On my family. On my colleagues. And on my clients. For leaders … Continued
Comfort with Discomfort: Facing Fear through Connection
Last week, for the fourth time in five years, I found myself pacing through an unfamiliar space as the minutes ticked past midnight. It has become a bit of a ritual for me; once a year I confront my fear … Continued
The Play’s The Thing
As I write this, I am in the Outer Banks of North Carolina for my kids’ spring break week. And at 11 and 9, they are the perfect ages to truly appreciate it – school has gotten a bit tougher, … Continued
The Power of Pause
Most mornings, before I even get out of bed, my mind is already racing with things I need to remember, find out, and do. It’s usually more of a blessing than a curse, and it certainly is not without its … Continued