Change and transformation are different. Most of us seek transformation, but actually activate change. All transformation begins with change, yet all change doesn’t result in transformation. Change is about more, better, different. Often, change is incremental. If you sustain the new behavior over a significant period of time, transformation is the result. If you don’t,… View Article
Well, it’s time for my lessons again. Now that I’m over the first 1000 blogs, it’s a part of my process and I look forward to reflecting on what I’ve learned. Having crested the goal line, now I’m finding it hard to consider stopping, though I’ve been encouraged to stop by concerned friends and family… View Article
When I feel pulled between important things, competing commitments of what initially seem equally important, I pause. Often, I’ll call a friend, someone I trust who offers perspective and wisdom outside my current conundrum. I did this recently. I was conflicted between a work event I’d traveled to and needing to be home for a… View Article
Dr. James Hollis offers “In the end we will only be transformed when we can recognize and accept the fact that there is a will within each of us, quite outside the range of conscious control, a will which knows what is right for us, which is repeatedly reporting to us via our bodies, emotions,… View Article
Every situation in life is transitory. We fall into a sort of comfort with life at times thinking it should be occurring according to our plans. When we can embrace and accept the changes with grace, we become nimble, creative, and resourceful. When we bristle, thinking life should occur on our terms, we are disappointed… View Article
As I contemplate changes, I also make myself pause to think, not succumbing to the immediate emotional reactions at the surface to take me in a misdirection. It’s been a difficult few months in my world. It’s challenging when it’s business, it’s debilitating when it’s your children. The roller coaster continues, and my ability to… View Article
“Even after all this time The Sun never says to the Earth, ‘You owe me.’ Look what happens with a love like that, It lights the whole sky.” – Hafiz When I’m still, this passage reminds me of the love surrounding me. May we all seek to love this way.
A few years ago, I had the great fortune of seeing Ben Zander perform live as the closing keynote for a conference I was attending. It was one of the most memorable experiences in leadership I’ve had. I’m grateful for the lessons and the beautiful and unique way his passion and mastery taught with and… View Article
It’s always wonderful when you can read something, and it wakes you up. Simply said and makes the point. A great reminder every day. Here it is: “Your day will go the way the corners of your mouth turn.”
Today, the wisdom of Mary Jean Irion inspired me. Simple thoughts we can appreciate when life is complex. She reminded me to pause and appreciate now. Enjoy: “Normal day Let me be aware of the treasure you are. Let me learn from you, love you, bless you before you depart. Let me not pass you… View Article
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