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My favorite movie growing up was between One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest and The Sound of Music. In the former, the insanity and dysfunction of it all felt familiar. In the latter, the romance and music drew me in. One song whose words kind of haunted me later on in life is "My Favorite Things." Remember it? Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens... Something about listing out her favorite things made Maria happy. Although that is beautiful in theory, when it comes to dee

I needed this. Per my Day 1 reflection, I knew I needed community and to embrace people rather than push them all away. So on Day 2 of LALI, I wore a dinosaur print t-shirt that I often get compliments on, hoping people would start conversations that way, and they did. I in turn made eye contact, did my best to smile and be warm, something that is not easy for my introverted, shy, serious self. Then near the end of the conference, one of the founders said something that solid

Here are some reflections after attending Day 1 of the Leading and Loving It (LALI) conference at my home church: Have you ever sat in the middle of a crowded room and felt utterly alone? Before attending LALI, I told myself I did not wish to build relationships anymore due to past hurts and trauma. Online dating was a bust, divorce had already bitten me, friends ghosted me, and I did not want to invite any more hurt into my life. I figured I could go to this conference alone

If you haven't heard "People Pleaser" by Cat Burns, you're missing out. It's way relatable for those of us who can't help but put everyone else before ourselves. Welcome to People Pleasers Anonymous (PPA), fam. Let's figure out our own 12 steps to prosperity: Step 1) Embrace Confrontation. No is your new favorite word. Say it loud and proud, and don't be afraid to actually use it once in a while. It's okay to agree to disagree. Step 2) Be Uncomfortable Sometimes. If you a