How can you find joy in your crummy life?

How can you find joy in your crummy life?

If you’re in a hard place right now, your joy may seem like it’s hiding–or gone. I understand. But it’s still there, I promise, just waiting to be resurrected. And to help with that, it’s with great excitement that I let you know about my...
What do you do with your body blues?

What do you do with your body blues?

Can we talk about what you look like? My guess is, you’re already cringing, which is sad because sometimes our perception of our own looks can keep us from a life of adventure and, may I just say, ain’t nobody got time for that. Maybe a change of...
Can you just get over yourself?

Can you just get over yourself?

Oh, how we hate being needy. And by “we” I mean me, and quite possibly you. Maybe your first inclination in difficulty, like mine, is to announce “I’m FINE!” to the general public, even if you’re not. Fall down a flight of stairs?...
Why should you say, “I love you”?

Why should you say, “I love you”?

It’s quite possibly the weirdest phrase in the English language. Because, oddly enough, it’s a non-question that demands an answer: If someone says, “I love you,” the hoped-for, appropriate response is–you know this–“I love...
What if it all goes wrong?

What if it all goes wrong?

Years ago in Santa Fe, I saw a picture of a worn out, broke down, tore up cowboy who had obviously been kicked off his horse.  Underneath him was this sign:  Ain’t been throwed? Prob’ly never rode. There’s comfort in them there words. Sometimes the...

Make a Joy Box for Someone You Care About

Know someone who’s going through a tough time right now or want to celebrate some goodness happening in a friend’s life?

Get some ideas for making a joy box that will definitely brighten the day--and maybe even the life--of someone you care about. I’ve saved you the headspace of trying to “think up” a special gift of encouragement.

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