One day when my kids were younger, they had a play date with some friends. I heard one of them telling the other that Santa Claus wasn’t real. My son, who was eight years old at the time, vehemently defended the jolly old man, with elaborate explanations of why something not easily proven was worth…

  Many of us are experiencing a great deal of pressure, anxiety and change. The holidays are upon us. The leadership of our country is transitioning. And many are in the midst of personal or professional change as well. Frustration and turmoil are common responses to this kind of uncertainty and disorientation, leading to exhaustion and…

  Who is your favorite performer? Some of the most memorable performances I’ve had the opportunity to enjoy have been Springsteen concerts. The Boss. I’ve stood in the sold out stadiums before the show started along with thousands of other people waiting eagerly for the music – and the magic – to begin. And Springsteen…

  Are you looking at taking on a new endeavor? Embrace your imperfections! Embracing imperfection allows you to give yourself permission to be messy in some cases. Focus on learning rather than embarrassment. Watch this video on the benefit of embracing your imperfections.  If you would like to learn more about building confidence, being authentic,…

  Do you recall a time in your life where you may have doubted yourself or ability to handle a situation? Utilizing the imagination while formulating a plan or task can lead you to success. Watch this video for tips on using your minds eye to envision success. If you would like to learn more…

  Sometimes despite our best efforts, things go awry.   Be the source that raises the level of energy of those around you. Utilize Desire, focus and courage to help yourself and others.  Watch this video for tips on becoming the light in darkness for those around you. If you would like to learn more about…

  The lights are dimming and the crowd begins to hush. Music blares from all corners of the dark, expansive room. A spotlight illuminates the stage and cuts a circle in the red velvet curtain that falls from the ceiling above. In front of that curtain are proud parents and antsy siblings squirming in their…

  Most of us have people in our lives that for whatever reason lead us to temporarily lose access to our fully functioning brains.   You may find that in their presence, words suddenly escape you.  Or worse, they seem to pour out of you like diarrhea or projectile vomit, leaving you to feel even more…

  Every day offers us a new challenge and an opportunity to see what we are made of. Some days more than others.  Think of all the resources you have at your disposal to rise up to these challenges.  You have your intellect, style, wit, humor, strength, resilience, patience.  You have friends and colleagues, family…

  This week’s post features a video that I initially didn’t equate with getting out of fear.  In fact, I originally titled the video From Self Absorbed to Self Empowered.  But after writing last week’s post, A New Way to Look at Fear, I realized that this video is actually a demonstration of one of the best ways I know to get out of fear.  It’s…