No one cares or is watching your every move

No One’s Watching You (And That’s the Best News Yet)

A mindset shift that frees you from perfectionism and overthinking Back then, I was that mom—the one who volunteered for everything—chaperone, fundraiser, even PTG president. If the group needed help, I was there. On paper or off—it didn’t matter.I just wanted to make sure the kids had what they needed and that I could be…

Building furniture without crazy hacks

Success Isn’t a Shortcut—It’s a Way of Thinking

What if your next big win wasn’t about a faster shortcut—but a better way of thinking? I’m the kind of person who actually reads the instructions. Not just skims them—reads, rereads, then lines up the pieces before beginning to build anything. Measure twice and cut once. That’s my motto. When the new outdoor furniture for…

invitation for an event tonight

The Surprising Power of Saying Yes to a Last-Minute Invite

How one unexpected dinner helped me unravel self-doubt and lean into trust Ever get a last-minute invitation and think—should I really go?And then it starts. Am I a backup plan?Did they feel bad I wasn’t included?Was it someone else’s idea?Or… maybe it was a friend who suddenly realized, you’d love this. I’ve learned to pick…

Overpacked For A Trip

Overpacked Schedules & the Illusion of Preparedness

Why Saying Yes to Everything is Weighing You Down I’ve gotten good at packing for trips—but it wasn’t always like that. I’ve always believed it’s better to be overprepared than underprepared. And because of my heart issues, I run cold, so layers are my best friend. Overpacking was just a way of life. Whether I…

soloprenuer using a white board to organize ideas and processes

Unstuck: A Guide to Confidence & Momentum

Shift Your Perspective, Make Decisions with Confidence, and Find the Right Support Your biggest challenge isn’t knowledge—it’s trusting yourself to take action. About 15 years ago, we decided to sell our suburban home and move to a 25-acre property in a rural town. To say I am up for any challenge is an understatement because…

Alone

Your Audience Isn’t Engaging? Here’s Why (And How to Fix It)

More content isn’t the answer. Learn what actually drives engagement and keeps people coming back. You planned everything perfectly—so why is no one engaging? It started with a well-planned friends group vacation to the beach. It should have been the perfect getaway, right? Not quite – the destination was agreed upon, the activities for the…

group of people making up a community

Small, Engaged Communities Win Every Time

Building a loyal audience isn’t about numbers—it’s about connection. We’ve been taught that bigger is better. More followers, more subscribers, more connections—it all sounds great in theory. But what if I told you that a small, engaged community can have more impact than a massive, scattered one? What if your audience doesn’t need to be…

Campfire Conversations

The Power of Being Genuinely Curious

The best business connections often start with two simple words: ‘Tell me.’” My friend Vic and I met through our RV camping adventures. She’s more laid-back and, while friendly, often reserved in conversations. I’m the opposite—I need to know all the details. Where people come from, what they do, their families, their fun, and more….

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