February 2026. Years ago, in a passing fit of bravery, I volunteered to give the pre-concert talk at one of the LA Phil’s Casual Friday performances at Walt Disney Concert Hall. I had not attempted any public speaking before this, but I thought, how hard can it be? I composed my 5-minute speech, memorized it, practiced it, and promptly decided this had been a horrible idea. My anxiety grew as the day approached. I was terrified I would lose my nerve, have a memory slip, or tr

New Year’s Day, 2026. I love football. And it seems especially appropriate to talk football on Rose Bowl Day. (Go Hoosiers!) During a game, the offensive line tries to get the ball past the defense, down the field, and into the end zone for a touchdown. Sometimes the quarterback is sacked, and doesn’t even get to throw the ball; sometimes the offense only gains a couple yards. But the players just line up again for the next drive, and try to get the ball a little further. It’

December 2025. I’ve been recovering from shoulder surgery for the last 4 weeks, and have been in a shoulder sling/immobilizer to keep my arm and shoulder still so it can heal. It’s been a challenge, to say the least! Cabin fever, not being able to drive, debilitating pain and powerlessness are just a few of the high points. 😂 But the experience is yielding some good stuff, too….coaching lessons that are helping me and maybe will help you as well. 1)It’s ok to be needy and we

November 2025. I just finished teaching a class for women at our church called Let It Go…a look at the different ways we try to manage outcomes. (And it’s not not just an issue for women.). I assured the participants upfront that I was NOT preaching from any mountaintop about this.🤪 I’m struggling right alongside everyone else with this. Control is an issue that comes up often with my coaching clients. In my own experience, I’ve found a high correlation between trying to con

October 2025. Have you ever wondered why the “try harder” model of personal change and growth can work in the short term, but is generally unsustainable? Is this why New Year’s resolutions fizzle by March? The Bible says “It’s not by (human) power or strength, but by My Spirit’, says the Lord.” Zechariah 4:6. Traditional counseling and coaching provide some benefits. But permanent, actual change and healing come from the Lord; by the work of the Holy Spirit. What a relief tha