Positive Affirmations: A Secret For Success

I once had the privilege of spending several weeks with Brian Tracy. At the time, he was a national innovator promoting the “secrets” of enhancing personal growth and revolutionary business practices.  One of his primary initiatives was instruction on how to write, implement, and utilize positive affirmations in all areas of a person’s life. A…

The Importance of Play: Why Adults Need Play As Much as Kids Do

Summer is here!  A time for kids to take a break from school and enjoy playing with friends.  But why should kids have all the fun?  Adults have a lot to gain by engaging in play.  For children and adults alike, play creates a sense of community. Engaging in adult play can increase social well-being…

Living Life from the Inside Out

Our “sense of self” might be described as our understanding of who we are, our make-up, wiring, preferences, and areas of strength and growth. Knowing these things and being able to communicate them can be beneficial both personally and professionally. Here’s a question to explore: Where and how does our sense of self develop? In…

What Your Children Have May Not Be What They Need

It’s not always about what your children have, but rather about who you are teaching them to be. I spend a lot of time working with parents who are trying to get on the same page regarding their children’s behavior, school performance, social commitments and future decisions. All of these things are important and need…