Being a beginner at anything can cause us to worry that we’re not good enough. That someone else is probably more qualified and we should step aside. But everyone worries about not being good enough. And that voice inside your head – the one saying you’re too old or will look silly, make too many…
Family holiday traditions can be the glitter glue that holds all the precious moments of the season together. But when a tradition that was once part of the holiday magic begins to feel like a stressful expectation, it might be time for a holiday tradition tune-up. Now you just have to break the news to…
I love knowing where I’m going and what’s coming next. It’s the way I’m wired. And if it were left up to me, all of life would come with step-by-step instructions that lead directly through one season into another. With clearly marked transitions and signposts complete with “start here” and “you did it!” messages all…
Discovering and nurturing the things that make our hearts beat faster isn’t just good for us personally. Pursuing our passions is a way of life that’s also good for our relationships. I know what it’s like to ditch your passions for a season. I loved being a full-time mom, and I poured all of my…
byJody Lee Cates
Life
Do you ever feel like you’ve got more questions than answers when it comes to your relationships? What if I told you that might be a good thing? That it might even be the key to unleashing more joy in your life and relationships? Finding answers to life’s questions – especially relationship questions – makes…
Keep showing up doesn’t sound like profound relationship advice. But it can mean the difference between relationships that thrive and those that don’t. It can be easy to think that the grand gestures in life are what best communicate our love for family and friends. Just try not to smile when you think about the…