When the Only Way Is Forward

When the Only Way Is Forward

There’s a powerful metaphor I’ve been reflecting on lately: “burn the boats.” It comes from a story about ancient warriors who, upon arriving on enemy shores, would burn their ships to eliminate any possibility of retreat. The only way out was forward. No backup plan....
The Twilight Of Summer

The Twilight Of Summer

August sweeps in as a month of transition, bringing with it a palpable sense of urgency. It stands as a crossroads where the desire to seize the remaining moments of summer clashes with the impending return of school routines. As the days gradually shorten and the...
Stick-to-it-iveness

Stick-to-it-iveness

The Earth has made another trip around the sun as we welcome in 2023 in hopes that this year we will experience easier times and better versions of ourselves. Lofty goals and promises are made and desires to experience only happiness sets in. However, more often than...