It was two years ago that I began writing for Working Mother Media, and my posts heavily focus on all the lessons I learn daily from my family, friends and people I meet during my travels. It all began when a former friend told me in an anonymous survey that I needed to work on humility. And why did she feel the need to tell me anonymously? Because, apparently, I also became defensive when receiving feedback I didn’t like. After getting over the initial sting, I thought about it and agreed that humility was not one of my strengths.

Ever woke up on Monday morning and could not remember a thing you accomplished over the weekend?

 Most of my clients spend most of their energy working on getting better at what they do.  They build areas of expertise in their respective industries.  They want to be better lawyers, bankers, and influencers.  

I get it, I want to be the best at what I do.

The problem is that I might be the best mentor but if I don’t successfully manage my business, I won’t have the time and opportunity to mentor these women who are changing the world.

Do you know the work of Seth Godin?  Seth calls himself a writer, speaker and  change of agent.  Everyday, he produces and publishes thought-provoking ideas at www.sethgodin.typepad.com.  It’s the kind of content that make the reader say, “Hmmm, interesting.”<

Woman On Top by Deborah Schwartz is a compelling account of how two men had an impact on the female heroine, Kate.  Jake is Kate’s late husband, who succumbed to cancer at the all too early age of thirty-five. The author describes him as Kate’s soul mate, best friend, and lover.

Big week for the Cornings.  Our first and third grade sons both started a brand new school and rode the bus for the first time. Ever.

No more "I can't" or "I'm not sure I can do it" or "I'm not talented enough" or "I'm afraid" in my house. Anyone and everyone can do whatever they want if they put their mind to it. But the first step is having the right mindset. 

This school year is going to be one of the most positive years in my children's and my life. And the way we're going to make that happen is by creating and saying affirmations daily.

I read an incredible article in the newspaper last week about success. The author was giving a speech to yet another graduating class and chose to speak on the importance of kindness rather than striving to be number one. Being a general cynic and overall smart ass, I ignored the article them first time I saw it (be nice, play nice, blah, blah blah).

On a scale of 1-10, most days, how stressed are you? If you asked your partner (and kids) the same question, what would their number be?