We live in a 24/7/365 world of “always on.” Amidst the distraction, confusion and lack of focus, there is a sea of deadlines and frequent interruptions, accentuated by our FedEx culture of we want it yesterday. Is it any surprise that stress has been referred to as the health epidemic of the 21st century? Stress is a factor in both our personal … [Read more...]
Bless and Release: These are YOUR happy days!
“In the end, only three things matter - how much you loved, how gently you lived and how gracefully you let go of things not meant for you.” -Buddha This quote has always reminded me of Babciu, my maternal grandmother. Widowed at 40, when her youngest--my aunt Joan--was just two years old, she single-handedly raised my mother and her five … [Read more...]
How to Be Successful After College: Four Life Traits to Hone
While college graduation is a milestone, this accomplishment alone will not make you successful. To be successful after college, know that it is what you do with your degree, with the knowledge garnered and the opportunities that you seek, that will create a path for you. You are your choices. As you graduate and embark on a career, you get to … [Read more...]
Slow Down to Speed Up
Feeling overwhelmed? Is your schedule jam packed? Do you find yourself lamenting, “If only I had more time?” You are not alone! But with just 24 hours in a day, it’s all about the choices you make. You cannot live in a state of constant acceleration, seven days a week. You will burn out and become unproductive. Decades ago, life seemed … [Read more...]
Kiss Your Desk and Fall in Love With Your Job Again
"I have simply tried to do what seemed best each day, as each day came." -Abraham Lincoln Do you feel like your job is a tremendous opportunity? Does it still excite you to walk into your office? Are you energized? Do you enjoy the company of your coworkers and your clients? It’s been just over 31 years that I have had the privilege to work … [Read more...]