How many times have you told your kids that they can’t get what the don’t ask for? How many times have you reminded them about the proper way to ask? I’ve learned so much about asking for things by watching my daughters. They are so much more extroverted—and more confident than I. And they ask […]
Personal Growth
Overcome the “EEKs!” – Why EEKs can be good
I recently transitioned into a new role at work. Hooray! Yes! Woohoo! EEK! EEK! Any body that has transitioned roles, changed jobs, or taken on more responsibility understands those reactions. Working parents get the double “EEK!”. The first EEK is for the the nervousness about the work itself. The second EEK is for the unknown […]
The power of trying new things – for you and your kids
The girls and I had such a fun experience yesterday—they took their first Ballet Folklórico (Mexican Folk Dance) class. Not only was it fun to watch them, but the teacher invited me to join in. We shared in this new experience together, and had a blast.This year their dad and I agreed to do something a little […]
When’s your thinking time?
Nowadays people are go-go-go all the time. We start our day running, and collapse in our beds exhausted, asleep before our head hits the pillow. How long can we continue at this pace? And what are the unintended consequences of it? There are many, but there is one in particular that impacts all areas of […]
The Power of a Personal Brand
Whether you know it or not, you are publishing a personal brand—or many. You may have one brand with your kids, another brand at their school, another brand with your friends, and yet another brand at work. Have you ever stopped to reflect on what those brands are? Are they aligned with each other? Are […]
Is fear holding you (your family and your team) back? A lesson from a Tarantula and a Camping Bathroom.
Something (well, ok, many things) happened to me when I became a parent. I got more fearful. I wanted to create a little bubble to put my kids in (anyone remember the Seinfeld episode?). I wanted to shield them from the evils of the world. I made sure everyone washed their hands before they held […]