It was ten years ago, almost to the day, I read those words. I had been divorced for 6 months from a 30-year marriage, not in a good financial place and could not work. It is almost impossible to be a motivational speaker when your life is in the toilet. Emotionally, I was a mess. I thought it would take me only a few months to recover from the devastation of divorce. Now I … [Read more...]
Angels Among Us
I am truly a blessed person, one who is very grateful for heavenly help. Angels seem to know exactly when I need them, especially when I’m traveling. Once, when Rick and I were on our motorcycle, driving very slowly, we drifted onto the side of the road into sand. Because of our leisurely speed, we got stuck and ever so gently, tipped over. This was our very big and heavy … [Read more...]
Hope Endures
Yes, 2016 is over. For many, this was a tough year. For some, it was a fabulous year. For me, it was both a tough and fabulous year. As I sat reflecting on this past year, it occurred to me to also look back at the last decade. When I did, my perspective on life changed dramatically. I think it is important to look backwards once in a while. Yes, we hear what happened in the … [Read more...]
Love Trumps Hate and a Positive Attitude Trumps Negativity Every Time
Her speech was eloquent. She thanked her supporters. She showed her humility. I could see her sadness as well as her resolve to accept what had happened. I first saw Hillary Clinton in person over nine years ago, at a speech given at an apple orchard in Canterbury, NH. It was a small venue and she was running for president. I sensed how much she wanted to make a difference. … [Read more...]
Your Life is Calling …It’s Time To Answer The Call
Life is beckoning, urging you to drop your pretenses and become your true self. Success, life’s purpose and prosperity are right around the corner. Stop waiting and take control. It all starts with action: Pick up the phone – answer the positivity call! So is the call to come to our 12th annual fall retreat. Life calls us all, but how many of us hear it and if we do hear it, … [Read more...]