It’s taken a while, but I’m learning. There are real benefits to keeping things simple. You’d think I’d have learned this from that good old acronym K.I.S.S., but I guess sometimes I need a good amount of time to learn some lessons. Looking at my life, where I’ve been and where I want to go,… Read More
Adaptability – A CliftonStrengths Relationship Building Theme
Adaptability is one of my Signature (top 5) strengths, and it is the one that I identify with most strongly. It has served me well over the years, being able to navigate emergencies and crises in ways that have surprised both me and some people around me. I am more comfortable reacting to things than… Read More
Full of Gratitude
I am full! No, I don’t mean of turkey. At least not yet. As corny as it sounds, I am full of gratitude. Now, I’ve never been one who enjoys going around the table before Thanksgiving dinner announcing what I’m grateful for this year. I’m an introvert and I tend to keep what’s most meaningful… Read More
Attitude check…
Have you ever been there? You know the place…your attitude, mood, or energy could use a bit of an adjustment. You realize that you are frowning, snipping, complaining, or about to explode with frustration. Of course you’ve been there. We all have! (Hey, we’re human…) When I need an attitude check, there are a few… Read More
Do you answer the door?
It happened just the other day. “Do you have a few minutes to chat?” For you, of course! And then it happened. Opportunity. Right there in front of me. A little daunting, a bit frightening, kind of exciting. It would have been easy to say thank you and pass. But this opportunity is unique. It’s… Read More