Healing the Isms Between Us

Recently I spent a weekend in a "Coaching for Transformation" class with thirty-five of my life coach peers, mentors and teachers.  We were in downtown New York on a spectacular Fall day. The topic we were exploring together was: coaching minorites in the light of racism, genderism, sexual orientation, ageism and other isms that tend to isolate or ostracize people. About half-way [...]

“Soul Mates”: Myth or Reality?

The notion I carry, and I assume many of you do as well, is that a soul mate is a unique person mysteriously designated to us, fulfilling our life by making it complete. It is with this definition in mind, that I ask you to read my quest to find the answer to this intriguing question. [...]

The New Student

“What just happened?” I wondered as I came home from my first day at school in September, 2006. I was reeling and disoriented.  Having taught math to high school students in the mid-1980’s, it was my first day teaching again after a twenty-year break.

Changes: Shattering the Illusion of Stasis

“The only constant is change.” What a paradox to ponder! As a Life Coach, my mission is to help you navigate change.

 When considering change, pan back and think about Life with a capital “L”. Everything in nature is in a state of moment-to-moment flux. Stars and galaxies constantly change as they [...]

Do you know someone with diabetes? Then show them this post..

 

I have a good friend in Australia whose son was recently diagnosed with diabetes. Initially he was devastated. He, himself, has been an example of strength and fitness all his life. He raised his family on an ethic of respect for fitness and health and has two strapping boys and [...]