Life & Lifestyle Posts

Go for the base hit versus swinging for the home run

A few weeks ago, I was reading “The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert” by Rosaria Champagne Butterfield who tells the story of how she “boldly declared” herself lesbian and shares her journey into Christian faith.  While the book... Read More »

Are you winning at home like you’re winning at work?

Have I mentioned lately that I truly enjoy being a “coach”? Oh, like anyone, I have my challenging days as most clients aren’t calling me in when everything is roses.  A big part of what I do is conflict resolution... Read More »

“What are you passionate about?”

“What are you passionate about?” This likely is a question you’ve been asked multiple times in the past and spent quality time reflecting. In fact, in my opinion, it can be a bit misleading if we’re not careful. Case... Read More »

“useful BUT not necessary!”

  I tell you what, sometimes I feel like I’m one of the most blessed people on earth.  In all the trials and tribulations of life, God has surrounded me with others who have a true heart for the Lord.... Read More »

Dramatic Swings

Over the past week in Indiana there have been some pretty serious storms coming through the area.  If fact, with last night’s storm and the ground being so saturated, there was a period of time in which my sump... Read More »

Virtual Coaching

A question that arises frequently in the arena of coaching is whether one can benefit from virtual coaching.  Several years ago, I had my first one-on-one experience coaching via Skype internationally.  I was surprised how well it worked and... Read More »

“Never had a better day!”

   Spend anytime around my mother-in-law and you’ll likely hear her say, “never had a better day!”  Yes, for years, any time someone ask, “how’s your day?”, Mary Lou (aka Buddy) normally responds with “never had a better day!”. ... Read More »

Join me and to get away from all the distractions!

  Today was Spiritual Retreat Day! It was a joy to have wonderful weather and return to one of my favorite spots at Eagle Creek Park. This was my first visit this season, and I was pleasantly surprised. As... Read More »

“it’s worth the drive!”

I must say there are some conversations I must hold back a bit when it comes to discussing the location of my advisory board meetings.  Within Indianapolis, I personally have groups meeting on both the northeast and northwest side. ... Read More »

“its my gift”

  What an incredible week this past week around the table in our TruthAtWork roundtable advisory boards.  One of the things we long to have is a sense of community for which this weeks’ meetings continued to exemplify.  Additionally,... Read More »