While sharing many of my 2015 learning in a past post, I stated the following: “Everyone has a sword to fall on… something for which they must take a stand. …
Yes, I Said, “NO!” Over-Yessing and Overwhelmed
Yes, I said, “NO!” About 13 years ago, I read in a UCLA study that the average 1 year old hears “NO!” about 400 times a day. After a while, …
Pushing Rope
Ever have one of those days (weeks?) where every direction you turn it’s something new that isn’t working? Perhaps it’s a conversation you’re having with someone and you feel like …
When the Weather Is Right for Kayaking, Go.
While writing my reflections on lessons learned this summer, the title was a biggie: When the weather is right for kayaking, go. This summer flew by. For Mother’s Day, my beloved …
Pause
In June, I was lamenting that the chaos in my kids’ room had breached my level of tolerance. After a short pause, I uncovered that it wasn’t their fault that …