Many people misunderstand the concept of “recharging your batteries.” They think simply taking a break from working is enough to recharge. But think about it:

I just started taking a watercolor class – learning the basics: how to hold the brush, load color and control water content. I have my sketchbook,

These days I’m working hard to do something that many of you might find familiar:  Letting go.  Not as a way of giving up, but

This past fall I visited a beautiful little B&B/vineyard in Monferrato.  Charming, picturesque, and built on lovely terrain filled with walks and views, and hosted by such exquisite people.  As my husband and I were walking around, a little hidden from the main walk, we saw a large ditch

A wonderful client recently made my day by sending me a very special New Year’s gift which included a copy of “Warrior of the Light – A Manual” by Paulo Coelho.  I give you a few of his words:
“The warrior takes stock of his life; he makes sure that his sword is sharp, his heart satisfied, that faith still burns in his soul.  He knows that maintenance is as important as action.

We’re close to bidding 2023 farewell, and though it has flown by so quickly, I have to say it has been a significant year for me filled with challenges and transitions and, of course, moments of sheer pleasure.

These past few months most of my time has been spent speaking – at conferences, delivering keynotes, conducting workshops and facilitating leadership meetings.