It seems fitting after watching the Big Game to discuss new research on concussions, head injuries and their impact on our brains. The brain is the most underrated yet important organ of our bodies. When a head injury or concussion happens, it may appear as though recovery has occurred, but often residual damage lurks and … Read more
Don’t just stand there: move! This has been uttered by many leaders to engage their people. God even said it to Moses. There is a time for planning, organizing and visualizing and then there’s a time to move and do. Sometimes we get so hung up in the pre-game preparations, we fail to reach the … Read more
Happy Mindful Monday! Beginning this third week of January exploring goals, it’s usually about now when goals and resolutions fade like an accidentally bleached sock. Multiple reasons (& excuses) are to blame for why this occurs. Those reasons, while essential to identify, are not as important as how to get back on track. One way … Read more
This January, as we continue our discussion of goals, it’s crucial to understand once we make goals, the next step is organization. Whatever your goal, making progress relies on being organized. For some of us who find great satisfaction in organization, this is an easy step. But even if this is not your strength, organization … Read more
Happy New Year! One of the first questions each new year is “did you make a new year’s resolution?” I firmly believe in periodically reflecting, learning and moving forward with renewed energy. Whether it’s January, summer vacation, a birthday, anniversary, or new school year, let’s use new beginnings to renew and regroup. I prefer the … Read more
It’s the smell or taste of a favorite Christmas cookie or the special food only eaten this time of year. The way Mom always made everyone feel equally loved with her unique and thoughtful gifts for each person. Traditions, rituals and memories all come flooding into our consciousness this time of year. These scenes bring warm … Read more