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Work-Life Harmony Is the Real Win—Here’s Why

A family enjoying work-life harmony in a cozy living room—parent working on a laptop, child drawing beside them, and another parent organizing books in the background.

Introduction Do you remember that scene in The Karate Kid when Daniel is out on the front of the boat, throwing down some sweet karate moves while trying to stay balanced? I think one of my biggest misses in life has been chasing that kind of balance. Also, not buying one of those cool Karate Kid headbands. What if I told you it’s time to stop chasing balance? I’ve fought hard to find balance between my work and home life—along with everything else that’s pulled at my attention over the years. There are so many things asked of us, and trying to find this balance might not be the answer. Perhaps the only balance in life you should be looking Read more…


Prioritize Play: The Secret to a Fulfilling Life

Family Playing Outside

Have you ever looked at your to-do list and felt overwhelmed? It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life, constantly striving to be productive and efficient. However, amidst the chaos, it’s crucial to remember the importance of fun and play and to take time to prioritize play. The Power of Play While it may seem counterintuitive, incorporating play into your daily routine can actually boost your productivity and overall well-being. When we’re having fun, our minds are more creative and our bodies are more relaxed. This can lead to increased focus, improved problem-solving skills, and reduced stress. Finding Joy in the Journey As a parent, I’ve found two key sources of joy in my Read more…


From Fitting In to Belonging: Building Strong Family Relationships

Do you hate puzzles as much as I do? There are so many little pieces that have to find a very specific spot on the board. Why do they have to make them all look the same?!?! Let’s do the puzzle of the dark blue ocean against a cloudy, moonless, starless night. I hate to break it to you; everything is a dark piece. Where am I going with this? I think of puzzles with this quote from Brene Brown because I most definitely am someone who will make that piece fit. If it doesn’t, well then I guess we are going to finish the puzzle in this case.  When I heard this thought it really made me think. Because Read more…


Parenting is Destination, Not Location

My calling is not built on a location, it’s built on a destination. – Coach Deion Sanders Check out the clip here I love the thought of Coach Prime’s response to the media as he was introduced as the new head football coach of the University of Colorado. A few layers stood out as I thought about his comments about tying yourself to a destination rather than a location. While on the surface, location, and destination are a place, they don’t mean the same thing. Your location is where you are and your circumstances at any given point. You may be in the stage of your parenting journey where you are dealing with toddlers and diapers day in and out. Read more…


Everyone Wins

Everyone wins when the leader gets better. – Bill Hybels I am sure each of you can remember the time they put your first child in your arms, and they looked right up at you. If you are like me, that is when the reality of being a parent sets in. I won’t say I understood the responsibility of being a parent, but I did feel the weight of that responsibility. When that newborn looks up at you for the first time, you understand you are now living your life to lift someone else. This is why we as parent leaders need to commit to better ourselves in any way we feel we need to. The greatest asset we have Read more…