Some shows are just more personal than others, and this was one of them. In fact, I was crying through parts of the interview this morning, as were my guests. I am so grateful to be part of this community of women who share--their stories, their hearts, their lives. The stories aren't always joyous. They can be dark and painful. Regardless, they are always so meaningful for me. Because these … [Read more...]

A year ago, I started an experiment. And now, I want to report on the results. But first, some "non-scientific" background on experiments. In my world, experiments can be an opportunity to think big, to dream big, and then to pour your energies into that dream to see what happens. Experiments are NOT about judgments you use as an excuse to beat on yourself like the proverbial drum. Experiments … [Read more...]

What is it about stress that we like so much, I wonder? We must if we keep inviting it into our psyches and our lives. Stress can be good. Athletes will describe how stress can actually enhance performance and medical researchers are finding that stress can strengthen the immune system and fight against diseases like Alzheimer’s, because it causes brain cells to work at peak capacities. … [Read more...]