Life Lessons Articles

Blame is everywhere these days.  I’ve seen articles blaming doctors for people’s addictions to pain medicines; blaming the food industry for the obesity epidemic; blaming Congress for everything. If that doesn’t cover you, you can blame genetics, your parents or an ex-lover.  We’ve all done it – I’ve blamed Krispy Kreme’s hot doughnuts light for […]

Don’t we all read newsletters hoping for solutions to our problems? Well, here goes: Problem 1 – I don’t have enough money for _____ or I can’t get out of debt. Solution – you have to earn more and/or spend less. I know it sounds simple, but most of the people I know who have […]

     I’ve been hearing a lot lately about authenticity, being real, genuine.  And I’m all for it – in fact, I consider it one of my strengths.  Actually, I’m just not very good at keeping my thoughts to myself, hiding my emotions, applying make-up, and keeping ink off my clothes.  When you meet me, […]

I’m a big believer in travel as a way to expand your horizons and have an extraordinary life.  I’ve always wanted to go to Italy and did so at the end of last year.  Here’s what I learned: 1. Ice cream (gelato) should be eaten every day and stands should be everywhere.  The Italians take […]

     I have to admit that musically I’m stuck in the 80s.  I know it was like a million years ago, but there’s just nothing like a good Clash tune.   And this one is perfect for anyone who is languishing in indecision.      Maybe it’s indecision about a relationship you are in.  You […]