Have you ever noticed that accomplished people seem to have an uncanny ability to adapt and adjust in just the right places at just the right time? They seem to fluidly keep on keeping on without losing a step. Since I quite often have to actively convince myself to keep going on some of my goals, the apparent ease of others intrigued me. The reality is that no matter how easy it may look for others, it is, in fact, a universal challenge. The key is in how we face those times when we simply ... Read More » about For those times when you just want to quit!
Are you leaving any life on the table?
There is a phrase used in business circles when talking about negotiations that have a broader application when you stop and think about it. It speaks to the difference between what someone actually pays and how much they are willing to pay. It’s referred to as the seller perhaps leaving “money on the table” by underpricing or giving in to negotiation pressure. It comes down to how much was possible from the transaction vs. how much was realized. Let’s think about this beyond just financial ... Read More » about Are you leaving any life on the table?
Are you ready for what is next?
Many of us see the turning of a calendar page as a chance to begin anew and start fresh. And, as a mark in time, it can be helpful, but the truth is that it takes more than just a date to experience true renewal. That may be why so many of us end up disappointed pretty quickly as we venture into the new year to find that not much has changed. For that to happen, we need to do more. But what is it we need to do? Do we need better goals? Perhaps a vision board? Those are tools in the same ... Read More » about Are you ready for what is next?
Seasons: The only thing constant is change
From our first breath, we live our lives in cycles, in seasons. This can mean very different things. A climate season, a learning season, a life season and many more. But there are definite cycles we experience that bring with them influences and nuances that factor into our lives. Seasons are also a factor in life in terms of our own development and acquired wisdom from experience. We refine our philosophies along the way and become increasingly aware of our value and influence in the ... Read More » about Seasons: The only thing constant is change
The Ever-Changing Journey to Success
Cavafy’s “Ithaca” remains one of my most beloved poems. So, of course it came to mind last week while on a writer’s retreat when the discussion turned to poetry. One of my favorite ways to experience the poem is by watching a stunning video that has a beautiful score by Vangelis. The poem is read by Sean Connery. I invite you to experience it as well. While there are many interpretations of this work, its essence is that the journey and the destination both ... Read More » about The Ever-Changing Journey to Success
Which do you create? A probing question from Picasso
Resilience is demonstrated by what we create from our experiences in life. And with that, what we create has everything to do with our perspective. As Henry Ford once said, “Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t, you are right.” This is particularly true when we touch on what we create. Perhaps you don’t even see yourself as someone who “creates” but I can assure you that you are. Each of us is a creative and we all have an innate need to create. It goes well ... Read More » about Which do you create? A probing question from Picasso