The Brake & the Gas
Self-esteem work, at its best, isn’t about pushing harder.
It’s about finding the brake.
The First Story
When I was four or five years old, I decided I wanted to be a writer. I was full of stories but lacked the skill to get them onto paper. I also had strong opinions about paper quality. Some things never change.
When the Heart Refuses More Hurt
We live in a world that encourages us to stay constantly informed, endlessly connected, perpetually scrolling. But there is a quiet courage in refusing to consume pain that doesn’t belong to us.
Bernie’s Magic Shoes
Sometimes, the magic isn’t in the equipment. It’s in the person who dares to move anyway.
The Highly Sensitive Person
I’ve always considered myself a highly sensitive person—very intuitive, quick to pick up on others’ emotions, and, yes, someone who can get their feelings hurt more easily than most.
Be You. And Make the Best of It.
Embrace who you are and what you’re capable of. The world needs you precisely as you are, with the purpose that’s already within you.
Warrior Training: Embracing Life’s Challenges with Resilience and Strength
Life is full of unexpected trials, and from childhood through adulthood, we all face hardship and heartache—those tough moments that can either shape us or hold us back.
Reflection
Imagine if you could go back in time, grab your younger self by the shoulders and speak to him or her.
Long Gone & Forgotten
I know the discovery of his grave made an imprint on my heart and mind – a desire to make a difference before I’m gone and forgotten.
Embarrassment
Embarrassment is comfortable in the company of guilt, shame, and regret.