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Your Why Matters

There are no words I can write to check in on you that feel sufficient right now. “How are you?” as a friend often asks, feels as if I’m borrowing a phrase.But, that’s all I know to ask.How are you? Once again, the…
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Braving the Holidays with Generosity – Part 7/7

We’ve arrived at the end of the Braving the Holidays series with five days to spare before the new year. Hint: There’s still an opportunity to practice!The G in braving stands for generosity. No, this is NOT about last-minute…
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Braving the Holidays with Non-Judgment

When you’re looking for the perfect gift, it often comes down to what people want and or need. By the time you’re reading this, I hope the presents have already been shared, the wrapping paper is cleaned up, and you're enjoying the simple…
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Braving the Holidays with Integrity – Part 5

In two days we’ll celebrate Christmas. Whether you’re gathering with family or celebrating with your immediate household, the fifth part of braving the holidays is essential to building and maintaining trust. The “I” in braving…
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Braving the Holidays – Part 4 – Respect the Vault

Read Part 1. Read Part 2. Read Part 3.No, I’m not talking about a vault at a bank.But I am talking about safety. Psychological safety.As we journey through Christmas week, there tends to be a lot of activity. Even with…
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Braving the Holidays with Accountability

This is part 3 in a 7 part series on Braving the Holidays. Read Part 1 and Part 2.The A in Braving is for Accountability. Before you call me the Grinch, let's consider the importance of Accountability in "BRAVING the Holidays." As…
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Braving the Holidays with Reliability

Part 2 of a 7 part series on trust in the midst of uncertainty.Read Part 1 hereAmazon Prime promises two-day delivery. When my package doesn’t arrive on time, how do you think I feel? Usually, I’m frustrated. When…
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Braving the Holidays with Boundaries

This is the first in a seven part series on trust in the midst of uncertainty.As I write this, I am keenly aware of at least three things in our world. First, this weekend, our clocks turn back an hour. All I can think is, "This is a perfect…
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Do You Talk To Yourself the Way You Talk to Someone You Love?

Do you talk to yourself the way you talk to someone you love?Here’s why I ask…Over a year ago, I found a company named Let’s Make Art. They teach watercolor and art journaling to adults and also have a kid’s program.While…
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If You Think it and Feel It, Act On It

“If you think it and feel it, act on it.”Is that reckless or compassionate?Before you answer, let me ask you a few more questions.Are you now working from home? Are your kids home from school? Have your events been canceled? …