Aging Gratefully

I read this article, Aging Gratefully, in More magazine (May 2012). Article: Aging Gratefully (More magazine) Now that I am in my mid 50s, the sense of time feels like a different dimension than what I’ve ever felt before. Plain and simple, the years feel as they are flying by.  And what I know especially when I’m chatting with younger folks is I have a … (Read more)

Book Recommendation: The Wise Heart

I (Carol) wanted to share a book that I have recommended to a number of clients, but also one I consider my personal “go to” book when in my own need for answers and guidance.  Questions I have found answers to include:  1) How can I manage and accept judgment?,  2) What is the key to “wise thoughts”?,  3) How do I live life without … (Read more)

Life Struggle: A Song to Share to Give You Hope & Faith

If you, or someone you know, has a loved one who is struggling or in any kind of pain (as Life will present to us), this song has always touched my heart, even helped me find strength. For me personally, (this is Carol writing), the words give me hope and provide faith. And when in a struggle or crisis, this is what we need the … (Read more)

Why I Am the Coach I Am (Thank you, Ellen)

I’ve been remiss to write lately. Lots going on, but something inside of me today says, “It’s time.” The trigger has been in the last couple of days, I have received numerous (unexpected) positive feedback about how powerful coaching has been for my clients. Humbling, yes. I am so mindful to acknowledge the success of coaching always stems from the work of the client. It … (Read more)

Wonder

Wonder is all around…. Sometimes we see it in others as they observe things for the first time… or maybe when they recognize differences. And many times wonder comes when we stop long enough to appreciate the beauty of nature. It’s all around us if we would just stop long enough. Thanks to my family for finding time to  just be together. (Photos taken 2/11/12 … (Read more)