“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...]
The Power of Purpose: Opportunity vs. Obligation
One week ago, I returned from Jeremie, Haiti – the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. Since I was 19 years old, I have had the opportunity – and the privilege – of volunteering there with the Haitian Health Foundation (HHF). Founded by my father, Dr. Jeremiah Lowney, over three decades ago, the HHF provides medical care and health … [Read more...]