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Let me say upfront:I am not a psychologist, therapist or life coach. I am just a mom and stepmom who has studied many subjects, including optimism, since becoming a stepmom ten years ago. I started reading voraciously about optimism when, … Continue reading →

I don’t presume that everyone reading this is American, but regardless of nationality, most of us probably remember where we were ten years ago when we learned of the 9/11 terrorists attacks on New York and DC. The morning of … Continue reading →

This post was inspired by Sharlyn Lauby, who suggested the topic to a group of HR bloggers. Dear Krista, You look so young and expectant as you cross the stage to accept your college diploma. As you shake the college … Continue reading →

In my dream, Oprah and her friends and family dropped in for an impromptu visit at my home. In my dream, I froze, mortified because my house was an undeniably horrible, embarrassing disaster. To my consternation, I realized Christmas decorations … Continue reading →

A recent article by the Washington Post suggests the descriptor “step” is falling out of favor, at least when discussing families. I don’t know what I think about this. On one hand, I can assure you there are a number … Continue reading →