Raise your hand if you can relate>> “Have you ever been afraid of what people might think of a decision you’re about to make? A decision that could potentially make you very unpopular with certain people.” ~Erika Napoletano When she asked that question, almost every…
Have you ever thought about the words you choose when presented with a situation that you don’t really care for? Have you thought about the emotions that you release? Oftentimes a problem is also an opportunity. Let me give you an example. Say you are…
One of my family values growing up was that we were “hard workers.” The work ethic in my family is very strong and we can “push through” anything. That work ethic has allowed many in my family, myself included, to advance in our chosen careers…
There are three thoughts that people often reshare when I post them. When I state them in a workshop or keynote, I see heads nodding around the room. “If you always do what you’ve always done, you will always get what you’ve always got.” “You…
We’ve known for years that our body language can communicate without words and affect how others see us. We know that as non-verbal communication. However, did you know that your body language may also change how you see yourself? Ever since I was a little…
In the past, I have shared a few personal stories about my husband’s heart attack or my battle with health issues. However, I have shied away from this topic. I don’t know why. I just have. Recently, I had a very good friend tell me…
We’ve all heard the phrase, “The Grass is Greener on the Other Side.” It is a phrase that has been used for years to describe how the average person looks at someone else’s life or another situation and thinks it is better than their own….
Do you “understand” or do you “over-stand”? Your perspective on the situation can make all the difference in the world. ~Stephanie LH Calahan That is a statement I share all of the time on my social media channels. I receive really interesting comments when I…
Earlier this week, one of my readers commented on a post I wrote about ADHD. Her comment was such a good question that it sparked this post. She said: I’m intrigued by the phrase “An Outgoing Introvert” as others are often surprised that I consider…