Mae West was on to something when she first said Flattery will get you everywhere. Flattery. Compliments. Encouragement. Empowerment. These words are all on the same continuum with flattery (excessive and insincere praise) on one end and empowerment (to give power to) on the other. I don’t necessarily need to be flattered, but some honest […]
Real or Imagined?
A couple months ago, I attended a fundraiser to raise money for a local charity. As with most fundraisers, it included a silent auction where we were encouraged to bid on donated items. The highest bid would win the item. The value of the item and a suggested opening bid were listed on the corresponding […]
Phyllis’s Advice
This is brought to you by my very first accountant in my past life as a business owner. Two of my three (twenty-something) boys are currently home with me. Regardless of the circumstances, it’s glorious to (almost) all be together. Back to my accountant, Phyllis. She gave me what is probably the best advice I […]
Say Something Positive
I’m a huge fan of Mother Mary – yes, THAT Mother Mary. Many years ago, someone sent me a prayer directed to Mother Mary, and I’ve added it to my daily meditation ritual. Every morning before I meditate, I offer this prayer up to Mary for a specific person (or sometimes, persons). Mostly women, but […]
Busy as a Bee? (Or, not so much?)
The busy person gets things done. I work best under a deadline. If it’s not on fire, it’s not on my radar. Do you resonate with any of those statements? I do, with all three – in that order. I am definitely my best when my calendar is full. And now? When it’s basically blank? […]
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