Tag Archives: apperication
The Signal
When the host says you can make yourself at home, it signals that you can fend for yourself. This means you don’t need to ask for a drink of water. However, you should tidy up after yourself and can even … Continue reading
Love
Love that flourishes isn’t seasonal. It requires a rhythm of care and attention that flows throughout your daily life. Micro-moments can look like: These everyday acts signal to your partner, “I see you. You matter.” They build a sense of … Continue reading
Houseguest
Ask before bringing a gift! I have everything I need. And I try to limit my consumption. To me, someone visiting is the gift. And yes ask before stripping the bed. I like being able to choose when to do … Continue reading
Defining Our Lives
We think that’s it’s the big moments that define our lives— the wedding, the baby, the new house, the dream job, but really, these big moments of happiness are just punction marks of our personal sagas. The narrative is written … Continue reading
Leadership
Celebrate everyone Frank Blake, the former CEO of The Home Depot, is a big believer that “you get what you celebrate.” There are many ways to practice this philosophy, but one is how Frank applied it to caring for his … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 