Less, Not More
I think most people assume more when they hear the word goals. More productive.More connection.More wealth.More health. And I think that’s partly why I label myself a goal skeptic. I’m not going to complain if more comes into my life. But striving for those things — more hustle (the other word I associate with goals)…
Goals, Growth, and the Mirror Between Us
One of the most sticky points in Marc’s and my relationship has always been our understanding and approach to goal setting. Marc loves goals.I—do not. For Marc, goals are a proactive invitation to possibility.For me, goals point out my failures and shortcomings. For Marc, goals put oil in the gears that make life and work…
Oh, Holy Max
I know — Christmas is still 64 days away, with two holidays clamoring for attention between now and then. But this morning, for no apparent reason, it became imperative to figure out what we’ll do for a Christmas tree stand. Last year, when the decorations came down, the Christmas tree we’d taken out and fluffed…
about air
I’m thinking of two metaphors today about air. Vacuum storage bags and balloons. When I’ve used vacuum storage bags, a queen sized comforter suddenly fits compact on a shelf taking up less space than a shoe box. The air is magically vacuumed out (not really magically – it’s a vacuum) and all that is left…
Mastery?
Last week I volunteered with ICF-SC (International Coaching Federation, SC) as a coach at the ATD-SC Annual Conference (Association of Talent Development, SC). These Learning and Development Professionals gathered together together to explore “Break Boundaries and Unlock Potential”. Before I began my coaching work during the day, I got to learn from their keynote speaker…
Taking Space
For about four years, I have shared my office space with a bed. It was a dual purpose room – guest room (less than eleven days a year) and an office (all the time). This month, I am shifting things around. The trundle day bed that lived in here with me has made a 9yo…
