The Problem With Settling

Most of the time, we think of being settled as a good thing – a safe emotional place. When we feel anxious, we want to settle down and relax. But the type of settling we’re talking about is different. This sad “S” word means we have chosen something we do not really...

How to Live Life

One of my friends recently sent me an encouraging note that said, “I hope you are living life to the fullest.” Smack in the middle of the winter blues, I wasn’t sure if I could totally embrace her encouragement. So I started thinking about it. What does it mean to...

Finding the Authentic Self

For years I lived life for others, molding myself into roles I was expected to play: wife, daughter, mother, teacher, cook, chauffeur, church volunteer. I was ensnared in the trap of self-worth based on what I DO and in the process, lost sight of who I AM. I used to...