How to Write a Book: What No One Tells Aspiring Authors
Have you ever dreamed of writing a book but felt lost and overwhelmed by the process? You’re not alone. What’s required to write a book includes much more than “just” the actual writing. When you set out to write your book, you’ll encounter obstacles that no one tells you about. When I wrote my first…
Read MoreWhen Mother’s Day Is Hard
I’ve babysat in my youth and am the aunt who bakes. I’ve been called “piccola mamma” (little mother) by my papà when I took on the role my mentally ill mamma couldn’t. As a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for kids in foster care and as a team leader in the workplace, my mothering and…
Read MoreWorld Mental Health Day Time Out
In observance of World Mental Health Day today, you’re invited to take a time out and, yes, take a mental health day from all the crazy of our present day. All throughout history, humans have endured a lot of scary times. Health crises, wars, civil unrest, natural disasters, and more have played out on the…
Read MoreChallenges of Aging and Its Lessons
Dismissed, discarded, devalued, discouraged: The injustices, inequities, and challenges of aging are very real. Body image and identity – especially in women over the age of 50 – are negatively skewed with every birthday we celebrate (or keep secret). Add to that the isolation and loneliness that this pandemic has delivered with its social distancing…
Read More3 Powerful Ways to Overcome Failure and Build Resilience
Failure is an inevitable part of life. If you’re not failing, you’re not growing. But learning how to deal with failure isn’t always easy. It can trigger self-doubt, fear, and even paralyze progress. The key to overcoming failure lies in shifting your perspective and embracing it as an opportunity for growth. In this post, we’ll…
Read MoreYour Mental Health Matters: Stop Pretending You’re Fine
Taking care of your mental health is as crucial as maintaining your physical health. In today’s fast-paced world, embracing mental health awareness is essential to thriving in everyday life. Recognizing the early signs of emotional distress not only helps prevent deeper issues but also paves the way for a more balanced and positive life. The…
Read More6 Phrases You’ll Always Hear From Confident Leaders
Whether you’ve just started training your first hire or you’ve been managing scores of people for decades, you’re in the position of being a leader. And if there’s one aspect of leadership that holds true regardless of staff size or industry, it’s that being one isn’t for the thin-skinned or the faint of heart. So much…
Read MoreWhen No Place Feels Like Home: 3 Ways to Find Where You Belong
What do you do when NO place feels like home? What if when watching Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz clicking the heels of her ruby slippers three times and crying out that famous line – “there’s no place like home” – you found yourself shaking your head, feeling very much alone, and silently wishing…
Read More5 Steps To Getting A Seat At The Table (Where You Belong)
One of my favorite movies is the 1995 comedy Home for the Holidays. Claudia, played by Holly Hunter, heads to her childhood home for Thanksgiving with her dysfunctional family. If you haven’t seen this flick, I highly recommend that you do. Especially if at one time or another, you’ve found yourself back at home, being…
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