Doing HARD Things: Where Connection Meets Challenges and Yields Growth
And the hike represents so much of this chapter of my life. Endeavors that are new. Novel. Sometimes feeling almost otherworldly. Done with others, with a few steps of solitude along the way. Challenging. Stretching me in unimaginable ways. And
I Am Still Here: Reflections on the Move & Settling In!
Life has unfolded beautifully but not without grief. I’ve had some sharp good-byes, not only to my former home and seemingly all things related, but also some connections once held in new city of residence. This year has continued to
New Beginnings: Reflections on Beginning AGAIN, Closed Chapters and Opened Doors
My faith is renewed - perhaps stronger and more mature than ever. My circle is ever shrinking as my focus increases related to all God has placed in my heart. All that is and is to become. My boundaries firmer.
reBUILD: 7 Ways I Am Embracing a New Chapter
After deep reflection on 2023 and 2022, I realized I’d slipped back into some old and unhealthy habits. Seeking joy, happiness and pleasure outside myself. Eating and drinking my way through my feelings. Moving less and embracing a sedentary lifestyle
CHOOSE Joy in Maturation
My body feels different. My routines are different. I take delight in environments I once found boring and uneventful. My pace is slower. My relationships are deeper. My confidence – louder. With each year I feel closer to ME, to
CHOOSE Joy in Milestones
What milestones are you celebrating? In what ways can you reflect on your past experiences, while also inviting more in the days/weeks/months/years ahead? What joy do you embrace as you acknowledge your milestones?Â
CHOOSE Joy in Letting Go!
What things have you clung to that no longer serve you? In what areas of your life have you caged yourself or allowed others to do so? What are you still showing up for out of obligation only, and no
CHOOSE Joy in New Beginnings
Some of us realized that yes, it’s great to have goals and plans for the new year BUT it’s even better to take EVERY day, every week, every month, every season, every celebration as opportunities to begin again.
Guest Blog: Preparing Your Leadership Loaf
Enjoy each part of the process: gathering the ingredients, selecting your additions and don’t forget to sprinkle the smiles on right before packing it up in your razzle dazzle as you share with others!
