Facing grief with gratitude may be one of the most valuable lessons learned in 2018.

This year, I am giving myself 3 Christmas gifts that will change my life.

What is on your Christmas list?

How do you remain sharp? A master of your craft?

How are you living today? Intentionally or with a list of good intentions?

Do you know the difference?

A quick reading novel that is funny, quirky and weaves a little science, medicine, humanity and love into you favorite end of summer escape!

I always loved the transition of carefree summer days into the colorful array of new crayons, highlighters, crisp notebooks and the expected evolution of the leaves into their fiery form. This is such an exciting time and, in my opinion, so much better than New Years for making resolutions. 

I thought about the concept of flexibility, to bend without breaking, and how much this same concept applies to life. 

Our thoughts drive every action (or inaction) and result. Have you taken an inventory of your thoughts? Carol Dweck’s book, Mindset , is a fantastic book to get you started on the frame work in which you think everyday.

Accountability partner.

It’s such a hot phrase in leadership and personal development. In careers. In fitness.

Turns out, partnerships are often doomed at the start. Let me explain…

Standing on the edge of the dock you may find trepidation of the uncertainty below the surface, fear of the height of the fall and the shock as the water encompasses you whole, excitement at the thrill of falling into the unknown.

I love standing at the edge of the dock, but even more, I love jumping in.

I always find myself reflecting on the history of this country on the 4th. Thinking of my grandfather, uncles and other family and friends who have served and sacrificed for this country. For Freedom. 

So, this 4th of July, I want to talk about the definition of freedom.

If you enter your mind as though you are entering a house, what is your reaction? Is it a sense of chaos and stress, or is it luxurious like a peaceful resort? Can you choose? Have you ever tried?

I admit, I used to be the worst at this. Networking appeared to be artificial, forced conversations that this introvert had no interest in being a part of. I did not get it. What was the big deal? I have my family, my friends, my colleagues. That is all I need, right?

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