Words: “Trust is the conduit for influence …”

Amy Cuddy is famous for her research recognizing how our body language sends messages not just to others, but to ourselves. “Power … More

Small Acts of Kindness

As a law enforcement officer, I was constantly aware of my surroundings.  Hidden dangers could mean life or death.  A … More

The Little Orange Tree That Could

Like a bee, I was lured to the table by the sweet smell of orange blossoms.  There it sat, a … More

Mediterranean-Style Eating — My Favorite

The eating habits of the Mediterranean people are based on the agricultural products of their region, which has a long … More

Book: BEYOND EMBARRASSMENT by JoAnne Lake

My gift suggestion for 2015 and beyond is the book, BEYOND EMBARRASSMENT: reclaiming your life with neurogenic bladder and bowel, … More

Words To Live By: “It’s A Beautiful Glass”

Wanting to understand “What is it that makes us human?” filmmaker and artist Yann Arthus-Bertrand collected images and stories from 2,000 women and … More

Working Too Hard May Be Hurting the Economy

The long-term dangers of over-demanding jobs aren’t just to employees.  Working too hard maybe hurting the employers too. Americans are … More

Ten Things I Don’t Want to Hear Two Days Before Christmas

Here is my Ten Things I Don’t Want to Hear Two Days Before Christmas list: I have a Christmas lunch … More

Who Would Maya be Now?

Today, sitting outside at a cafe on Grand Avenue, I met a two-month old baby, Stella,  her mother, and her … More

Should CVS Dump Junk Food And Alcohol Next?

When CVS announced its plan to stop selling all tobacco products at it’s 7,600 stores by October 1, 2014 and … More