The effects of inconsiderate behavior on others

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Look around.  It’s everywhere.  I like to learn and observe.  It’s how I understand things and how I grow.  Over and over again I have become more aware of examples of behaviors that completely adversely affect others.  I truly believe,…

Figuring Out the Details: Looking For Clues in Context

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We often don't see the whole picture and are expected to figure things out with limited bits of information. Looking for clues in the context can help you orient yourself and figure out how to prioritize information.  Let's take a closer look…

HAPPINESS IN A NUTSHELL

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Thousands of books have been written (and read) about happiness—what it is and how to achieve it. So, why are so many people still miserable? As a self-proclaimed Happiness Specialist, I feel compelled to answer that question. This is a…

U Deserve More!

  U DESERVE MORE! “U deserve more,“ a text I recently received. This is something that has been said to me countless times throughout the years by family, friends, coworkers and acquaintances. Only this one really hit me. When I first…

Inspire Someone

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  The articles I have written for the past months have all centered on how to empower yourself and how to pick yourself up, dust yourself off and move forward, no matter what the situation.  Usually I base these articles on some type…

Setting the Right Example

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If there’s one thing that parenthood has bestowed on us, it’s the desire to be a better person.  Suddenly with a pair (or pairs) of little eyes watching you closely, you become more aware of your habits (good and bad), your diet, your manners,…

You can run but you can’t hide

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This quote, "You can run but you can't hide", attributed to Joe Lewis, American Heavyweight Boxer, popped into my mind the other day.  It can’t be more true. As I sit here writing this, I think about the dentist appointment I’ve been putting…

Building a Foundation of Love Through the Art of Acting

So today I am thinking about love as I do every day, every moment.  Love is very important. As the Beatles say “Love Is All You Need.” Love is what makes the world go around. Love makes us feel safe. Love makes us feel confident. Love makes…

In Praise of America

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As you know, Chris and I have the “travel bug” and we just love to grab our bags and go.  While we certainly have enjoyed our recent overseas excursions, including our trips to Europe and South America, I want to remind you that our great…