Life often brings us unexpected changes, from the end of relationships to the loss of loved ones, empty nests, or career shifts. These transitions can feel overwhelming, leaving us unsure of where to turn next. If you’re navigating one of these major life changes, know that you’re not alone and that there are ways to […]
“Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly.” I used this quote in my UW Whitewater Commencement speech, and it occurred to me that the change can be horrifying for many of us, but it’s inevitable. How Can You Make a Change? I talked briefly about how to make a […]
“Change. It happens to all of us, big and small. We can either allow it and let it fall or fight the fall and crash hard.” ~ Jen Rulon After being in the States for two months, I am finally home, Costa Rica. I was supposed to be back home in Costa Rica on September […]
Today is a special day for me, and I wanted to share this story with you. It was Time On December 7th, I celebrate three years of being sober. I wasn’t a drunk or had a drinking problem, but I didn’t need to hit rock bottom to choose to change. I wasn’t liking who I […]
Why a Community is Important during Tough Times My Perspective: “Community—it builds the heart, the mind, and the soul.” ~ Me from my book, “Self Motivation Strategies for Women.” As humans, we learn how crucially important it is to be around other people, whether in the office, hanging with friends at the gym, meeting new […]
Happy 50th Birthday to Me! Today at 10:45 pm, a little girl was born at 7 lbs and 10 oz. And as I have gotten through this thing called life over the last 50 years, I realized that life is truly a beautiful thing. Whether you are over the moon succeeding at something […]
