July 19, 2012
Abstract: GRIT is learnable, and often . . . by example. — Remember those vocabulary tests we all took during our school days? Yuck! Whether taking the test for English class or for the ACT or SAT, vocabulary studying was certainly the bane of my existence from the age of eleven to eighteen. Ah yes, […]
July 15, 2012
Abstract: It is actually strange not to reach out to strangers. Human connection is where it is at! — This past week I traveled up North for a conference. I took the train from DC, because I am a little afraid of planes (afraid of lightening too, but shhhhh that is a secret). I sat […]
July 3, 2012
Abstract: Resist the urge to solve other people’s problems. Learn to admit when you do not know how or what would help. And if you really want to get deep, admit when you would not want to help even if you did know how! — OK, the title of this week’s blog is fancy. If […]
June 25, 2012
Abstract: Empathy vs. Sympathy, so many of us get this wrong at our collective peril! — Last year I had a memorable session with my coach that I was reminded of this week. I was sad that day, ruminating about the vexing nature of intimate relationships. She interrupted my rant (yes, I can rant) and […]
April 30, 2012
Abstract: I explore the concept of butterfly-hummingbird connections all the time with clients. It is not the breadth (butterflies flit around from one flower to the next) but the depth (hummingbird are laser focused) of our connections that makes life worth living. That said, be careful not to rely on only one person for your […]
