Change is inevitable, but growth is optional. We are all familiar with the aphorism: The only constant in life is change. And it is a true-ism that change is inevitable, but growth is optional. Or said differently: No growth without change. But how we navigate the transitions inherent to the change process will determine whether the result is lasting transformation. Transition is the inner process of letting go of the old reality and integrating a new identity; and transform

In these days before the celebration of Christ’s birth, I wanted to share a gift with you. I have recently found myself drawn to the writings of a minister and author whose unassuming humility and graciousness belie the depth of his scholarship and insight. Michael Sprague’s LinkedIn posts are consistently thoughtful, edifying and bring a new perspective to a scripture or topic that may not be new, or possibly even so familiar as to seem cliché in meaning. Here, with his per

You can change your relationship with your thoughts This is my final writing in a series of posts re: fear loops. Together, these 5 short pieces build a cohesive journey: Recognizing the loop → Understanding your biology → Clarifying the emotions → Reframing your thoughts → Practicing strategies This last post will get to the strategies, that when practiced, can guide you from stepping out of the fear loop to nurturing resilience and reframing the pain into purpose. (*Go h