In the middle of a heated exchange, saying “calm down” is almost guaranteed to pour fuel on the fire. The phrase rarely soothes; more often it provokes, because it dismisses rather than acknowledges what the other person is feeling. Neuroscience points to a far more reliable alternative one that can shift a conversation from spiraling […]
For my entire career as an Athletic Director, I send out an email at 8 AM on Monday morning. For years — and even now — I am not sure if I am rewarding the right things. In this email, I celebrate successes, communicate important things for the next week, and reiterate our goals as […]
At the Greenwell Center for Holistic Health, we believe that wellness is not something we chase—it is something we remember. Yet for centuries, much of our understanding of health has been shaped by a fundamental separation: the idea that the mind and body operate independently. This perspective has influenced not only medicine, but how we […]
Nobody hands you a manual when someone dies. You’re just supposed to figure it out. And most of the advice out there? It’s vague, it’s generic, and honestly — it doesn’t help. That’s why I love asking our GRIEF Ladies guests to share one practical coping tool that has actually made a difference in their […]
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with acclaimed jazz pianist Ted Rosenthal. We dive into his 2026 release The Good Old Days, part of his ambitious “Trios in 4 Acts” series—an expansive collection of recordings featuring his two working trios. These sessions were recorded in […]
Your team can’t assemble their best work if they’ve never seen the finished picture. Here are 5 ways servant leadership creates the clarity that turns confusion into contribution. Have you ever dumped a jigsaw puzzle out on the kitchen table? Hundreds of oddly shaped pieces scatter everywhere. Some are face-down. A few slide off the […]
If you’ve been around my site a while, then you already know that I’m not a huge fan of purging items when trends “go out of style.”Because we are old enough to realize that style is cyclical, and those retro style jackets can be worn in fabulous ways. Quote of the day: “Success is not […]
Let me explain something I’ve learned through my own struggles and through watching others navigate the same battle. When you stand in front of the refrigerator at midnight, or find yourself reaching for another handful of something you don’t even taste, or feel that familiar shame settle over you after eating more than you intended, […]
My friend Liz was flying into El Paso to join me for a West Texas road trip. I had a few free hours to fill before her arrival. Naturally, I went hunting for murals. My search took me through neighborhoods I might never have seen otherwise, and even then I only scratched the surface. With […]
Yesterday I went to the New York Botanical Garden with my friend Terri to see this year’s Orchid Show. While their shows are always worth visiting, this one is extraordinary. The 2026 exhibition, “The Orchid Show: Mr. Flower Fantastic’s Concrete Jungle,” captures the energy, humor, and visual rhythm of New York. Orchids cascade from a […]
