This past weekend, I experienced my first silent retreat, focused on mindfulness and stress reduction, at a peaceful center on the Chattahoochee River. I’ve been aware of this retreat for quite some time now, though I never seemed to find the right moment to go — or perhaps, I was always too spooked to try […]
Does anyone else following the TikTok controversy in the United States feel like they have whiplash? TL;DR: TikTok was briefly banned in the U.S. for about 14 hours but is back online…for now. Instead of debating whether TikTok should be banned or its potential impact on mental health, I want to take a moment to […]
In my world, January usually means signing up for another spring running clinic. The half marathon is my preferred distance (I ran a full once—enough said), and I’ve set my sights on a race in late May. While road running is my go-to, back in November I joined a six-week trail running group. After thirty […]
Every January, there’s a lot of talk about the ritual of setting New Year’s resolutions. By February, most of those well-intentioned goals are abandoned, left in the dust of holiday nostalgia. It’s easy to see why—lofty, vague goals like “get in shape” or “read more” sound great but are tough to hold up under the […]
Growing up, my family and I never referred to the beaches in Oregon as “the beach.” Like most Oregonians, we called it “the coast.” To me, “the beach” brings to mind images of palm trees, warm sunshine, and a gentle breeze. Visiting the coast as a child, however, was a completely different experience. Even during […]
In today’s competitive business landscape, understanding and leveraging customer feedback is not just beneficial—it’s essential. Insightful feedback provides a direct line to your customers’ thoughts, experiences, and expectations, offering invaluable insights that can refine strategies and drive business growth. The Value of Customer Feedback Customer feedback serves as a mirror, reflecting how your business is […]
The end of each year is always chaos. Between work deadlines, holiday shopping, trip planning, hosting family, and mapping out the new year, it can feel daunting, and it’s easy to lose sight of your well-being. I’m stressed out just writing this. So, how can we stay uplifted and productive, while still delivering quality work […]
In a world that often feels rushed and chaotic, there’s something deeply grounding about the opportunities we have to help others. Whether it’s lending a hand to a friend in need, participating in Bucket Fillers Reading Day, or even organizing a special event for a good cause, the act of giving not only uplifts others […]
Let’s face it… life isn’t always fair. We all face adversity, disappointment and hurt – in our personal and professional lives. Some of it you control. And some you don’t. But what if everyone reading this reacted to a negative circumstance by doing something positive for others? I have a fundamental belief that when you […]
