Doing it for Love
In my corner of the world there’s been some very public, hard news about an important non-profit and I’m supporting some other groups having a hard time or recovering from [...]
I Have Edges
Several years ago, a colleague gave me some unforgettable feedback. We had been vetting a potential client together over coffee, listening to this leader’s challenges and building a rapport. Walking [...]
In Praise of Limited Capacity
Hello friends! I had a glorious August off and experienced deep rest. There were a few days when my husband took the dog on a camping trip, my daughter was [...]
Don’t Clear the Decks
One of the most impactful books I’ve read in the last 5 years is Oliver Burkeman’s Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals. You can download some tidbits from it [...]
Fierce with Reality
Yesterday I had the extreme honor of hosting a virtual retirement party for my friend, colleague, and mentor Pat Vivan. Hearing the impact she has made in the lives of [...]
Walk With Me Awhile
In Parker Palmer’s book On the Brink of Everything, he says, “When I’m asked for the ‘elevator speech’ that sums up my work, I always respond, ‘I always take the stairs, [...]
I’m not Here to Influence You
Getting ready to leave the house today, I had a moment of pure satisfaction. I realized that I’m doing exactly what I want to be doing. I was on my [...]
It’s Okay to Like what you Like
I do an activity with groups where I have them bring a “gift” for their co-workers. Show a photo, share a skill, tell a story. I’ve had people teach knot-tying, [...]
The Soul Cannot be Offended
I heard this truth from Richard Rohr: The soul cannot be offended. It’s come up a lot recently in my conversations with clients, and it’s a huge help to us [...]
Make Something
As usual, your gal Sarah here is full of reflections about 2023 and intentions for 2024. I don’t think there’s anything magical about January 1, but it’s simply another opportunity [...]