It takes courage to emerge before conditions are perfect— to speak with care, to name what is real, and to trust that small acts of honesty can multiply into change.
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This question—“What do you most need right now?”—turns my thinking upside down and inside out. Upside down because it asks me to act now, not later. Inside out because it puts the focus on me, not others. That’s why I’ve been keeping this question front and center lately—not to ask others, but to ask myself.
Read this MusingShedding isn’t about drama or grand declarations. It’s not about throwing everything out or starting over. It’s about discernment — gently letting go of what no longer serves.
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As I watched a persistent squirrel one afternoon, I marveled at her persistence. Yet, over time, that admiration turned to reflection. How often have I been that squirrel? Working tirelessly toward a goal—overcoming obstacles, innovating new approaches, taking risks, trying again and again until exhaustion sets in—only to find the result hollow, the door locked, or the reward not worth the effort? Which led to this musing – where I explore: When does persistence become pig-headedness? When does grit become futility?
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When giving too much becomes the norm, leaders risk depleting themselves and those around them. This article explores how to break free from sacrifice syndrome and embrace healthier, more sustainable ways to lead and live.
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Constant availability comes at a cost. This piece unpacks the hidden toll of always being “on” — and offers a path to break the cycle, restore balance, and lead with renewed clarity.
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