A few months back, I was out with a group of women; some I knew well, others on a more casual basis. The conversation was light and energetic when one question caught us all off guard. “How do I tell my teenage daughter that the playground never goes away?” The room grew quiet and after a few moments, an animated … Read More
Be Kind and Be Useful
A few months ago, I had the privilege to attend President Barack Obama’s appearance in my home town. The sold-out event was hosted as a fireside chat, where President Obama sat with a moderator and responded to questions about politics, life, and everything in between. Those in attendance were eager to hear what the #44th President of the United States … Read More
Hot Flashes and “The Change” in the Boardroom
I couldn’t help but giggle reading an Instagram post of Sharon Stone’s a while back. The photo was a side shot of her smiling and driving, with a comment that said “happiness is knowing your seat heater is on…and you’re not having a hot flash”! It reminded me of so many cringe-worthy (yet laughable) moments of my own. As much … Read More
It Happened So Fast…
It was 6:45pm on Tuesday evening, middle of December. I was leaving a meeting in what I consider a “safe” neighbourhood, and walking into a well-lit parking lot. I was attacked by a man as I rounded the corner to my car. He must have been lurking in the parking lot, waiting. All I remember was a noise and him running … Read More
Hope is Not a Strategy…But it May Be What We Need!
When the word “hope” is used in business, a client of mine is always quick to remind that “hope is not a strategy”. This may ring true in work environments, but when it comes to our personal lives, our hearts are far softer in contemplating life. “They say a person needs three things to be truly happy in this world: … Read More
Give, Care, Repeat…
For me, the spirit of the season means joy, peace, and the chance to reflect while spending meaningful time with family and dear friends. But, it’s not the case for everyone. In reality, it’s quite the opposite: a very lonely and sad time. As human beings we share the desire for belonging, to be cared for, accepted, and loved. We … Read More
Write Your Story, Tell The World
Who doesn’t love a great story? Especially one that comes from the heart, stirs emotion, and lends inspiration or learning? Storytelling is something we learned as children; stories of experience, adventure, or fairytales, always involving a journey and a life lesson. Isn’t it remarkable that, as we age, we learn the best lessons aren’t at the final destination of the journey, … Read More
Fly First Class: Because If You Don’t, Your Kids Will!
Years ago, a dear family friend gave advice to Michael and I when we were young parents. We never forgot these words of wisdom, and passed them along on many occasions ourselves. It’s a figure of speech, but one that holds so much truth: fly first class, because if you don’t, your kids will! In other words, get out and enjoy … Read More
The One Guarantee We All Share in Life: Death
There’s one thing for sure in life: death. Like it or not, we signed up for it the day we were born. Our time on earth is precious. Many are fortunate to experience the early years without the life-altering loss of a close friend or loved one, leaving the subject of death furthest from our minds. But by middle-age, most have … Read More
Zero F**ks Given
As women, we often feel the need to take on the world: to solve everyone’s problems, to complete all tasks, to “feed and water” those around us, to care about what others think, to provide emotional support and coaching on a whim, and to feel guilty when we haven’t perfected our family, our work, our house, our looks, our lives. But, … Read More
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