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Being creatures of society, we learn the pursuit of primacy from early childhood. You know, like the saying that unless you’re the lead dog, the view is the same. Winning and coming in first is all that counts. I remember coaching my son in baseball…

I’ve worked with fitness trainers for years. I’ve gone that route because I don’t have the confidence of remembering where my hands go or the proper position for doing an exercise. It’s a good investment in my health; I’m conscious of not injuring myself because…

What does it truly mean to be your authentic self? It starts with showing up in the world in a way that reflects our values.  In my career as a Financial Life Planner, the conversations I have with clients are not about stock market returns…

As I move towards my eventual break with my working life, I sometimes find myself feeling somewhat down or destabilized. I know how to navigate work but I haven’t ever navigated “not work.” I’ve been employed continuously, in one form or another, since I was…

Earlier this week, I missed a step as I made my way from my bedroom after waking up. I hit the floor like a sack of flour, with my phone and iPad falling in opposite directions. No one else was home, except for the puppy…

Have you ever been faced with someone who resisted your ideas? No one wants to feel dismissed or marginalized. If you've ever been the person whose ideas were resisted by others, was there a stalemate? Was there a winner—or just losers? The other day, I…

One of the greatest challenges we face with aging is new limitations. While these limitations might test us, staying engaged in our daily lives is what will continue give us both meaning and purpose. Today I’m joined by a guest who is part poet, part…

Say the following words out loud. Say them slowly and with focus. Complacency, inertia, apathy, lethargy. Notice how those words feel in your mind and body. If you don’t notice anything, say them again.   Take a breath or two and clear your mind. Now…