As much as we all want to be confident, self-assured women, there’s a nagging little voice inside our head that tries to tell us we can’t be — that we’re inadequate, we’re weak, we’re unworthy. It’s one thing to be aware of our shortcomings, but quite another to be self-critical and demeaning toward ourselves because of them. When we … Continue reading On Telling Our Inner Critic To Quit It
O, the power of kindness So gentle, loving, meek, It is indeed a language Even the dumb can speak; The deaf can understand it, It sheds a shining ray; Then let us strive to make it Our guide from day to day. Eva Alice Kindness, as this poem suggests, needs no words in order to … Continue reading Practicing Small, Random Acts of Kindness
Think of one person who’s made a positive difference in your life. Perhaps it’s a motivating sports coach, an encouraging college professor, an inspiring boss or a dependable friend who comes to mind. Or, perhaps several names come to mind. We all have people in our lives who have left an indelible mark upon our … Continue reading Getting There {With Gratitude}
When was the last time you experienced a random act of kindness? Last week, I received a call from an old friend out of the blue and it was such a pleasant, unexpected surprise. We hadn't caught up in awhile and he just wanted to know how I was doing. It was a simple gesture to be sure, … Continue reading Not-So-Random Acts of Kindness