Before I decided to change my life and start the Thrive Challenge, I had health problems because of my weight. I was hospitalized for several days, and because of my high weight, a doctor recommended I get bariatric surgery. But when I met with my nutritionist, she told me, “I know that you can do…
Read any good books lately? Read any books at all? If you’re like a growing number of Americans, the answer is likely no. According to a recent poll by the Pew Research Center, nearly a quarter of Americans say they haven’t read a book, or even part of one, in the last year. Finding the…
Are you an entrepreneur looking for tips to stay energized throughout the workweek? The key to having a purposeful day is starting your morning off with a strong routine, and having a good morning routine for entrepreneurs will increase your chances of success in the long run. Creating a ritual to be done before you…
Redefining Success is relative and defined by you, not the world around you. If your definition of success is defined as opening your eyes each day, that is redefined Success. If God has given you another opportunity to create, figure it out or work on the life you desire, you are successful. All we need is…
By now, most of us have heard the term ‘The Great Resignation’ and many have seized the moment and joined this movement, to quit their jobs and pursue new roles or careers that are better for them and more suited to their needs, values and desired lifestyle. While employees at lower levels and middle managers…
Coaching Story: Donna This is one coaching story from my book How To Get Out Of Your Own Way. These stories are about real people, from real people, in real situations. I have so much admiration for them because they all did the work. I am forever very grateful that these people understood this. All…
“What would a better, more empathetic reality look like? How would our industries improve if people truly felt they were being treated with compassion and empathy throughout their customer service interactions?” These questions are at the heart of an important new book by Tony Bates and Dr. Natalie Petouhoff called Empathy in Action: How to…
One of my most important Microsteps is creating a barrier with my phone. We often don’t realize how much time lapses when we are distracted by our devices. They give us and others access to millions of distractions at any time and any place. Ultimately, they hinder the focus and productivity of your day. Instead…
Dating is hard! Add in a pandemic and then anxiety, and it can become crippling. It can cause some people to give up and not want to even try dating anymore. But if you are seeking a relationship, it is definitely worth it! In this post, I will share some things I learned through creating…
“Why am I the only one working on this relationship?” “What else am I supposed to do if my partner won’t meet me halfway?” “I can’t do this dance on my own!” If any of these questions resonate, you are not alone. You might feel stuck in situations where you see problems and want to…
