You've come a long way, baby. When I started The Introvert Entrepreneur in May 2010, introversion was a topic that hung out at the edges of the room (like many introverts!). A March 2003 article, "Caring for Your Introvert," was the most popular piece making the rounds (and is still popular 10 years later). Then came along "Introvert Power" (2008/2013), "Self-Promotion for Introverts" … [Read more...]
Let’s Just Kiss and Say Goodbye: The Art of Letting Go
"I don't know what happened. We just grew apart, I guess." *Sigh* How many times have you said this about a relationship? It doesn't matter if we're talking about a friend, lover, co-worker, mentor or family member. When relationships seem to fade, evaporate or otherwise disappear, we're sometimes left with a lingering despair. We wonder, "Was it something I said?" We can't even retrace our … [Read more...]
The Flip Side of The Bellyflop
You’ve been up on that diving board Making sure that it’s nice and straight. You’ve made sure that it’s not too slick. You’ve made sure it can stand the weight. You’ve made sure that the spring is tight. You’ve made sure that the cloth won’t slip. You’ve made sure that it bounces right, And that your toes can get a grip – And you’ve been up there since half past five Doin’ everything… but … [Read more...]
Rules, Schmules!
[Prefer to listen instead of read? Click here for the audio version!] Last night, I had one of those dreams when I'm back in school and haven't gone to a certain class most of the semester (usually history or math), and it's finals time. Except this time, there was a twist. I wasn't so concerned about my classes. Instead, I had two different children come up to me and ask me to donate to a … [Read more...]
Weekly Intention Meditation: Transformation
My Intention: Every day brings opportunities for transformation. It's my choice how I respond to change; I choose to respond with love, compassion and release. … [Read more...]