Growth Demands a Surrender of Security

Growth Demands a Surrender of Security

“Growth demands a temporary surrender of security.” — Gail Sheehy, New York Times bestselling author There have been so many times that I can admit to being afraid of growth. Fear of the unknown — yeah, that’s a real thing, and I suffer from it...
Idealism and Doing the Hard Thing

Idealism and Doing the Hard Thing

“In anything worth doing, there is a necessary downside. In order to experience ultimate satisfaction, you must embrace the hard things.”  Jeff Goins, Wrecked. I got up early on Sunday morning and read Jeff Goins’ new book, Wrecked, in one sitting....
Try Something New?

Try Something New?

For years, my family joked that I only liked to eat macaroni and cheese or pizza. For years, it wasn’t far from the truth. Some things I wouldn’t eat: turnip greens, seafood. (I still don’t.) As I grew toward adulthood, I expanded my food choices...