The Next Chapter: Purpose, Community & Growth with Aging
Recently, I’ve learned that there are chapters in life. The really long ones, like raising kids until they are 18, sometimes seem like forever, but really it’s not. Having a …
The Purpose of Hiking and Spontaneity
Walking in capital city the night before boarding the train to our trailhead, I tripped down the curb. With my head swiveling back and forth desperately trying to figure out …
What Are You Doing For Inclusivity?
Over the last few months, I have had a chance to collaborate with some incredible individuals in the diversity & inclusion space (D&I). I am always hungry to learn more …
How Do You Navigate Hot Topics?
My husband and I are enjoying a lazy Saturday in the hot tub. House is quiet, life is good. The sun is setting gently. Then he brings up “the topic.” …
My Boys Club
We sit around the table in the glass conference room at the Push Agency, Jonathan Sacks’s company. He’s our coach this year. Last year it was Scott Novis, the owner …
The Intentional Pursuit of Inspiration
I often hear people say they are thankful just to wake up in the morning. Although that is true for me too, I expect way more out of each day …
Slippy Rocks and Lifelong Bonds: Reconnecting in Puerto Rico
“Watch out, this rock is slippy.” This comes out of Amy’s mouth, as we are winding our way through El Yunque National Forest. We have all turned 50 this year, …
Everything, Everywhere, All At Once
06/20/2024 I am in a bizarre wormhole through the time and space continuum. All of the chapters of my life are present in this moment, and I’m seeing the patchwork …
Pacing & The Appalachian Trail
06/16/2024 Pacing. That’s what my coach often has me work on. She reminds me to breathe and slow down. I like fast, but I also like slow. Ariana, a lifelong friend, …
Moments of Connection
Recently, I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal the author of The 5 Practices of Highly Resilient People: Why Some Flourish When Others Fold. It was …