The Alligator Closest to Your Boat

Since last week’s posting, I have received a few comments requesting real-life examples of how to actually step off the rug.  “It’s a great theory, but how do I do it?” was the resounding question.  I’m here to say that… Read More

Stepping off the rug

How many times have we heard the phrase: “I got the rug pulled out from under me.” How many times have we said it ourselves, or something similar?  It’s a common phrase because it’s a common feeling – that feeling…

Who is your Sniper?

“Sniper” and “snipe”….some interesting definitions:  Sni·per  [snī’pər]  n.  1) a skilled military shooter detailed to spot and pick off enemy soldiers from a concealed place; 2) one who shoots at other people from a concealed place. Snipe [snahyp]  v.  1)…

Soil is good for the Soul

It goes without saying that digging in the dirt can be restorative – even playful.  It brings us back to a time of “mud pies” and imaginary play.  Opening our minds and our hearts by doing something so child-like is,…

The Thru-Line

Do you have a specific problem you’ve been working on, but don’t have a solution for, yet?  Are you stuck just trying to figure out how or where to get started?  Is there something on your “back-burner” that’s been there…