I like the "yes, and" technique as a way to learn more about the people I'm having conversations with and be more supportive of their ideas, goals, and dreams.

Inspired by National Unplug Day, here are five mindfulness tips making a difference in my digital life that I hope help you.

Sometimes joy feels like an ill fitting sweater when there is suffering, worry, and sorrow near and far. I’ve learned, it’s okay to have joy.

One of our favorite holiday traditions is hanging stockings on the mantle for the dogs and giving them gifts. Included is a list of their favorite treats, toys and bones.

I’ve been resistant to having a gratitude practice. But, I recently started incorporating intentional gratitude into my morning routine and love the benefits.

The tone was set when Coach Chris said, “Suffering is a privilege.” Everesting is built on a foundation of bringing together a diverse, yet like-minded community of people connected in the pursuit of pushing boundaries.

I didn't know about 29029 until Andrew discovered it. After delving into its core purpose, "build your life resume, recalibrate sense of the possible, build community with like-minded people," why the founders created it, and the participant's testimonials, I knew in the depths of my soul I needed this endurance hiking experience. However, I still didn't fully understand my why—until now.

“I’m proud of you” is not your typical everyday compliment, and that’s what makes it powerful. Telling someone you are proud of them takes forethought and is a gift of recognition and validation.

Tiki recently celebrated a milestone birthday—she's ten! I can't believe she is 70 in human years, but it's rumored 70 is the new 50, and all things considered, Tiki is aging like a fine tequila.

Several weeks ago, a longtime friend and I enjoyed a fun girls’ weekend in Nashville, TN. One of the highlights of visiting Music City is how widely available live music is at all times of the day. On her last afternoon, she commented on the diversity of the people in the music venues and bars throughout the weekend.

My husband, Andrew, and I live with five amazing sporting dogs. We used to have seven until the two oldest passed away a few years ago. We aren’t entirely sure how we arrived at lucky number seven.

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