We’re all in a hurry to get what we want. And, oh yes, we’re all busy, busy, busy. A spur-of-the-moment visit to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum reminded me that our impatience and desire for instant gratification are nothing new. It seems each generation thinks the one on its heels is has an entitlement […]
What if There’s No Reason to Fear Cancer?
July 14, 2015 By
“All you have to do is understand what cancer is and why it happens, and that puts you in control.” Raymond Francis, M.Sc in his book, Never Fear Cancer Again: How to Prevent and Reverse Cancer. The title of Raymond Francis’s book makes quite a statement: Never Fear Cancer Again. Really? Well, let’s see… […]
Five Reasons Listening to Podcasts is NOT a Waste of Time
July 7, 2015 By
I know, I know. We’ve already got sooo many social channels vying for our time, and then there’s traditional media still keeping us entertained. So why add podcasts to the mix? Trust me, you’ll thank me for giving you a few excuses reasons to tune in to the podcast of your choice. Podcasts have been […]
Cia: Building Community Through Coffee, Ice Cream, and Art
June 23, 2015 By
Step into this café and step into a world of conversation, cuisine, and creativity. How lucky for South Portland, Maine that Jeannie Dunnigan and her wild notion of community relocated to the Knightville neighborhood. There’s no missing Jeannie on any day of the week: she’s the one in roller skates – yes, roller skates from […]
Press the Send Button: Scary and Freeing
June 17, 2015 By
“Do one thing every day that scares you.” Eleanor Roosevelt Scary moment of the day has passed. And at that freeing moment, comes a feeling of giddiness I hadn’t expected. The email has been sent. The invitation has been issued. The worst that can happen? Rejection. The best that can happen? Oh my goodness; I […]
The Power of Curiosity
June 9, 2015 By
“cu·ri·os·i·ty (kyo͝orēˈäsədē) noun a strong desire to know or learn something” Think back to the time when you were a young child and every day was filled with wonder. What would you discover? What would you do? Where would you go? The day was overflowing with questions to ask and ideas to explore – all […]
From Tragedy to Triumph: Holocaust Survivor Edith Lucas Pagelson
June 2, 2015 By
Edith wrote Against All Odds: A Miracle of Holocaust Survival for her children and grandchildren. She put the unthinkable into words, focusing on the power to persevere and underscoring that even when life looks bleak “you can overcome any challenge that life may present, and know that when there is life there is hope.” Through […]
Do You Know Your Audience(s)? Are You Sure?
May 26, 2015 By
When was the last time you confirmed whom you want to reach with your messaging? Has your business focus and audience changed / expanded / contracted over the past year? Your business is humming along. You’re meeting your sales goals. You’re following your business plan (or at least what you remember of your business plan). […]
Jon Huntsman, Sr.: On a Mission to Cure Cancer
May 12, 2015 By
Four-time cancer survivor Jon Huntsman’s willingness to spend his last dollar in search of a cure for cancer may prove that the cure isn’t all about money. A man of integrity, Jon Huntsman, Sr. recently shared the story of his dreams and accomplishments in his book Barefoot to Billionaire: Reflections on a Life’s Work and […]
Opportunity Knocks: Are You Brave Enough to Open the Door?
May 5, 2015 By
Will you venture outside of your comfort zone to take a chance on change? One of the most dangerous words in our vocabulary is comfortable. Life is rolling along at a pretty good pace; work is going well; family life is humming along, too. Yes, we’re comfortable. Now what? Will that comfortable feeling – no […]
