Have You Ever Taken Something Personally That Wasn’t About You? Before we dive in, if you haven’t already, check out my recent blog, “Will They Appreciate the Real Me?”. It shares a powerful story about choosing authenticity in the face of doubt—a theme...
Walking across the gym floor, I was excited for an outdoor workout on a mild winter day in Maryland. It was the height of the pandemic, and the gym had strict protocols in place to keep everyone safe. My mind was already on the assault bike and the bursts of fresh air...
Have you ever found yourself so caught up in frustration with a colleague or team member that you missed the chance to turn it into a moment of growth? It’s a feeling many of us can relate to, and it’s exactly what Janet and I were discussing over coffee. As she...
Have you ever stopped to think about the relationship you have with your own mind? I hadn’t either— not until a friend’s struggle with sleep provoked some fears of my own. It’s funny how someone else’s experiences can sometimes stir something so deeply within us....
Standing backstage moments before giving a talk, I felt the sharp sting of dissonance ripple through me. The audience, gathered in respectful unison, began reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. A simple act for most—routine even. But for me? It was anything but. The...
It was one week after the 2024 presidential election, and I was in Springfield, Illinois, preparing to deliver a keynote address to 500 elected officials. Self-doubt wasn’t new to me as a gay woman—but this moment felt sharper, heavier. It wasn’t just my own inner...
