Words fail me in so many ways. I can locate and place together a of string of words that clearly convey thoughts, feelings, and experiences, most of the time. There are other times in which I am unable to express myself. Language is but a system of aural sounds and written symbols. We use these sounds and symbols to bridge the …
Who Do You Want To Be?
This week I’ve been struggling with doubt. Self-doubt. I was sitting in a meeting a few days ago and I wondered, “am I really contributing here?” “Am I the right person with the right skills to help? There is so much this organization needs and I feel so inadequate to help it move forward. Am I the right person? …
Words & Vulnerability
Hafez (or Hafiz), the 14th century poet said, “The words you speak become the house you live in.” I was reminded a few weeks ago, of how powerful our words (and our actions) can be. I started Thriving Thursday (newsletter/blog) because I wanted to share my thoughts, fears, and ultimately, my learning journey of life. It was (and is) a …