She asked if we could visit about her business. The fear, fatigue, and frustration were painfully apparent. She was using phrases like: “I can’t do this anymore,” or “I don’t have the strength.” She said: “This new information is so overwhelming, I’ll never learn it all.” Yet her passion to help …
Joy
How Do You Define Success?
Seriously. How do YOU define success? I love asking people this question. Some answer quickly with a crisp response, but most people hem and haw a bit before offering a tentative reply. I've noticed that responses depend greatly upon our worldview, our experiences, our faith. Moreover… How You …
Having a B.L.A.S.T. (Shannon Ethridge)
Do YOU have a passion for a specific product, ministry, or service that would benefit people? Are you "putting yourself out there" to make others aware of what you have to offer, or does the fear of public speaking hold you back? Do YOU daydream of writing a book? Over 83% of people believe they …
Four Ways to Align Your Life With Your Purpose
Surely you've heard you'll be more fulfilled if you align your life with your purpose. Easier said than done? Let's explore "the why" behind that statement and then examine "the how." Why You Should Align Your Life With Your Purpose Personal Fulfillment According to many …
"ROFL"
Humor, Health, and High Performance. Did you know they’re connected? This weekend, at The 1st Annual On Purpose Woman Conference in Columbia, MD, I attended a break-out session by Karen Susman entitled “How’s Your Laugh Life?” This 50+ Petite Dynamo presented (humorously of course) a compelling …
Pure Joy
To hold a Bird’s Eye View of Life…a hopeful and transcendent Vision of why we’re here on earth. To see a Purpose Bigger Than Ourselves to live for, work for, hope for, die for. To know our life—our work—have Meaning and Eternal Significance. To understand that Life is a Privilege. To …
Success Is an Inside Job
“Quidit!” My husband and I chuckle whenever we think of the woman we met years ago at a Bed & Breakfast. She’d squeak “Quit it!” so fast, it sounded like a single syllable. Dave and I now “own” the expression and use it any time we want something to stop…as in, when I want him to stop …