The Freedom to Act
Freedom is one of the most powerful and fulfilling values that we can hold. I was reminded – again – of the power and value of freedom on a recent trip to the D-Day beaches and sites in Normandy, France. Visiting Normandy is a moving and awe-inspiring experience – one I highly recommend for everyone. The bravery and sacrifices made that day (and in the days surrounding it) remind us of the price of our freedom, and the need to commit to it and preserve it.
If Not Now, When?
And, it’s why I left my corporate job and created TRANSCENDENCE: Living a Life of Meaning. Not only do I want to make a difference, make a bigger contribution myself, but I am passionate about helping other people do that too, especially women leaders.
What the Mind Can Conceive and Believe
Thomas Edison is credited with saying that “the mind could produce ANYTHING THE MIND COULD CONCEIVE AND BELIEVE”.
It got me thinking about belief … and all the debates I had with my father about what I could or could not accomplish, as well as a fascinating conversation I had with Marilyn Barefoot.
Transcendence Goes Through Genshai
I used to have a very active and very harsh inner critic. Even when I was successful and did...
The Compliment Conundrum at Work
Most of us – men and women – like to get compliments on our appearance. Sure, it’s a little bit vain, but it’s nice to be acknowledged for a new, attractive haircut, a flattering dress or shirt, or recent weight loss. It’s nice when someone says, “You look great!” After all, the way we dress, style our hair, and accessorize our outfits is part of how we express ourselves in the world. It’s the first thing that people “see” about us.
That’s why it’s been so sad to watch my male colleagues struggle with giving compliments to women at work – or just stop doing it entirely. One guy, let’s call him Peter, whom I considered a good friend, told me that the company’s sexual harassment training had totally scared him. He felt that he had to stop saying anything about a woman’s appearance for fear of it being taken the wrong way.
Divine Turbulence (A Story of Transcendence)
Divine Turbulence is a profoundly moving story that demonstrates the power of faith, perseverance, resilience, and – above all – love
What Gives Your Life Meaning?
Today, I want to tackle the second part of my company name: Living a Life of Meaning. First, it doesn’t mean that my clients and future clients don’t have meaning in their lives now. We all have meaning in our lives, Of course, we do. Our lives are shaped by meaningful relationships: parents, spouses, children, and friends. Our lives can also gain meaning through charitable work or our jobs and careers.
What Gets You Out of Your Comfort Zone?
In my vocation as a Transcendent Leadership Coach, all I do every day is facilitate conversations with leaders to get them out of their comfort zone. There seems to be a preoccupation with trusting the known realm more than the unknown realm, and yet all the magic and miracles lie in what you don’t know you don’t know.
Where are You on Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs?
One of the inspirations behind my brand name TRANSCENDENCE: Living a Life of Meaning was the final version of Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. . . What many people don’t know is that Maslow added a sixth and higher tier to his hierarchy later in life.
You Know What They Say About Assume . . .
I got a frantic call from my husband Reed the other day. “Help! My colleague ‘Josh’ thinks that I...
Let’s Celebrate!
With a blindfold over my eyes, I reached into the velvet pouch that someone held in front of me....
Do You Know When to Give Up?
“If you work hard enough and keep trying, you can do anything.” “Never give up!” “Failure is not...