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Dan Pink’s new book, “Drive,” is a must-read. Learn why money isn’t a motivator for very long, and about what really motivates us at work. If you’re short on time, watch this cool video.
She was there again. The Lady Who Pushes All My Buttons was at the Y. The Situation Picture this, if you will: Crowded locker room with limited space Several towels scattered on the floor Rolling carry-on duffle bag, upended, with shoes, makeup and exercise clothing strewn on the floor and bench Three outfits in dry […]
Stuff happens. It’s what you do with it that matters.
My friend and fellow coach, Susan Baghdadi, and I are planning a “Re-treat” in Spain, which promises to be a transformative experience. When we first discussed creating an adventure re-treat (as Susan calls it), I had something less physical in mind than walking 100 km. I came up with a lot of excuses for why […]
It’s time for the Joy Dieters book group to work on Chapter Five of The Joy Diet, by Martha Beck.. This week’s topic is RISK. Martha writes: “Experience has taught me that the way to a joyful life is always fraught with fear, that to find it you must follow your heart’s desires right through […]
It’s time for the Joy Dieters book group to work on Chapter Four of The Joy Diet, by Martha Beck.. This week’s topic is CREATIVITY. Martha writes: “Even if you never go near the arts, you are creating away like mad every single day, working in the medium of experience itself. Actions, objects, words, gestures […]
It’s time for the Joy Dieters book group to work on Chapter Three of The Joy Diet, by Martha Beck.. This week’s topic is DESIRE. Funny thing, Desire. It’s not always about lust and sex, not that those things aren’t fabulous. In the context of a joyful life, though, we’re talking about yearning. Not just […]
Oprah Winfrey has “aha moments.” I have “Duh Moments.” The Duh Moment occurs when you slap yourself upside the head and say “duh,” because you’re either reminded of something you already knew, or it’s painfully obvious to the average person and you’re just late to the party. The past month’s Duh Moments were a […]
Daily OM (www.dailyom.com) has been sending me a Rumi poem each day for almost a year now. Lately, they’re really resonating with me. Here’s one that reminds me of the questions I so often ask my clients: “What’s perfect about this moment?” and “ What is this here to teach you?” Suffering is a treasure, […]
My “Joy Dieters” book group is busy working on Chapter Two of The Joy Diet, by Martha Beck.. This week’s topic is TRUTH. If you’re like most people (me included), you believe that you’re basically an honest person. Sure, there’s the occasional white lie to be polite, or maybe you’ll pay a compliment you don’t […]
