Jan 8, 2026 | Happiness Fulfillment & Self Esteem
My rescue goldendoodle, Ralph, is a 2.5-year-old bundle of contradictions. He’s big, fluffy, rambunctious, and wildly affectionate—and at the same time, he’s afraid of almost everything. Loud noises, unfamiliar people, sudden movements… you name it, Ralph will jump....
Dec 24, 2025 | Happiness Fulfillment & Self Esteem
Many years ago my husband was invited to a cultural work trip to China with other orthodontists and their spouses. Neither of us had ever traveled much farther than an all-inclusive in Mexico (which is lovely) but we said yes, despite being somewhat unsure of this...
Dec 10, 2025 | Happiness Fulfillment & Self Esteem
As we head into 2026, it feels like the world is collectively exhausted. Nearly every conversation I’ve had with clients, colleagues, and friends includes some version of the same refrain: “I’m burnt out.” “I’m overwhelmed.” “I’m tired in a way that a vacation won’t...
Nov 19, 2025 | Happiness Fulfillment & Self Esteem
In the last few years, I’ve noticed a troubling pattern among my coaching clients—people who are smart, accomplished, and deeply committed to doing meaningful work. They aren’t burned out from the long hours or overwhelmed by change. They’re weary because they feel...
Oct 8, 2025 | Happiness Fulfillment & Self Esteem
During a recent coaching session with one of my amazing clients, I asked her how true the story she was telling herself really was. She paused and said, “It’s true in my mind.” I stopped for a moment—because that answer is so wise and brilliant. From the outside, it...
Sep 10, 2025 | Happiness Fulfillment & Self Esteem
Without giving too many graphic details, my 84-year-old mother almost died recently. She became severely ill, the medicine wasn’t working, and if things didn’t turn around quickly, she would have only had days to live. Hospice was called, plans were made, and all my...
