Once I've handled an issue, it should stay dead and buried! However, life doesn't seem to operate like that. Apparently some issues require re-handling to gain deeper understanding and/or a more consistent commitment to behavior that signifies that that issue really is dead and buried. This last weekend, in a one-day, rock 'em, knock 'em,... Learn More

It's hard to believe. And yet, at 3:20am forty years ago today, a miracle happened. I had no clue about the extent of that miracle. In fact I had given up ever being granted the wish that had been close to my heart for several years.  I didn't know how expanded my heart would get.... Learn More

In my psychotherapy/coaching practice, I am often in the position of being able to be more generous than others, not so much about money, but about expertise. The tug of war on this side of the rope is whether my generosity supports vitality (mine and others) or undermines accountability (mine and others).  When this issue... Learn More

I have friends. Some are wealthier than I, some are not as wealthy. Sometimes there is a tug of war inside me between being truly grateful for the generosity of others and making dang sure I'm not a leech, taking advantage of their generosity.  Twice this last weeK: some dear friends on a lark, invited... Learn More

Finally! Three years after I made an agreement with the U.S. Board of Directors of the More To Life (MTL) program to write a book that would support MTL students, as well as people who've never heard of MTL, it is done. I am excited, relieved, nervous and proud.  The excitement is about the possibility... Learn More

I was chatting with my friend, Erin Hottenstein about 2015 goals, and she reminded me that she used to be an investigative reporter. A job she loved. So I dubbed her Erin Brockovich Hottenstein! It occurred to me that being an investigative reporter for myself, especially this time of year, would be a great idea.... Learn More