Is that really you in the mirror?

Is that really you in the mirror?

I’ve learned over the years that we don’t always see ourselves very accurately. We think we’re being fair, and yet we’re being biased. We think we’re being kind, and we have a tone to our voice. We think we’re being direct, and no...
Bring little pleasures into your life

Bring little pleasures into your life

“When you die, God and the angels will hold you accountable for all the pleasures in life that you denied yourself.” ~Anonymous I share this quote with my clients (and friends and family) – even those who don’t believe in God or angels – because this is the type of...
The value of a closed mouth

The value of a closed mouth

“Never miss a good chance to shut up.” ~Will Rogers The other day I walked away from a conversation with a refrain echoing in my head. It used to be more common for me, but I’ve been working on it – hard. Unfortunately yesterday I slipped into old behavior, and I was...
You don’t have to know it all

You don’t have to know it all

“Leaders are more powerful role models when they learn more than they teach.” ~Rosabeth Moss Kantor Somehow, we think that, as leaders, we need to know everything and then bestow this wisdom on those around us. We are afraid to show our foibles and concerned that...