This morning, I was reading Exodus 33:15, where Moses said something that really struck me: “If your presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here. How will anyone know you are pleased with me and your people unless you go with us? What else will...
In the past, I tended to slack off. I always sought out the easy way, the quick fix, and the secret to success. I would reassure myself with statements like “I’m not meant for hard work” or “I’m just not cut out for this.” But deep...
How are you? It’s crazy right?! March is nearly over. The first quarter is almost gone. Like smoke. Poof… You may have had some success already. I really hope you have… Success is super important. I love both the...
Honestly, I have never been one of those popular people; not in high school, not in college, and not now. I have made peace with being unpopular, but I did envy some of the perks that came with the popularity of my high school peers. For example, I was never the...
How was your week? I went to a memorial service for a friend of mine on Sunday. It was truly a celebration of her life. There were many tears, and much laughter tempered by much reflection. The atmosphere was a picture of what it means to begin with the end in...
I’d like to believe that you have activated the Reflective Thinking Skill during this first week of 2024! In my own reflection I am holding space for the fact that I failed the coveted Project Management Professional exam in 2023. Had I passed, I would...
It’s that time of year again when you and I can consider how blessed we are to still have breath in our lungs and the privilege to reflect on 2023. I repeat. The privilege… Just these past three months, three people with whom I have either shared a meal,...
Have you ever felt smacked around by reality? This was the week of my discontent. A mom, a close family friend of mine, found her son dead in his apartment. Nothing beats that smackdown. But life is merciless. It delivered the one-two punch...
What kind of a thinker are you? So, a few months ago I had a carpet salesman come to my home. I was interested in a new look. I ached for a new feel. New ambiance. A new décor. Don’t you judge me? I am a woman after all. I take pride in all the...
How was your week? I think a better question to ask is ‘how was your thinking for the past 7 days? Not sure how to determine the quality of your thinking? Let me help you… Here is the checklist framework for thinking well. You, my friend...