“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” ~ Maya Angelou In a world where so many strive to be rich, powerful, or famous, grounding yourself in integrity, compassion, and grit can be quite the feat. Fame means nothing if people can’t stand […]
Dare to Walk Away When You’re Shown Serious Red Flags
“Ignoring red flags often results in serious long-term consequences. Heed the warnings, don’t run from them.” ~LMB I’m often amazed at the people men and women allow into their lives. There are often so many red flags regarding who people are that you would think more people would heed the warning signs. Instead, though, too […]
Great Relationships Have an Ease About Them
Great relationships have an ease about them; a steady dance of support, upset, repair, sprinkled with reciprocity, compassion, and accountability—Master the “ease.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth Relationships do not have to be difficult, love doesn’t need to hurt, and marriage should not be a battlefield. However, countless songs will tell you differently, as will many people—including professionals. This […]
Taking in Critical Feedback—Without Defensiveness—Is a Superpower
“Taking in critical feedback—without defensiveness—is a superpower.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth A fascinating thing about skillfully managing conflict is that it leaves both parties feeling more connected rather than less. Even when you feel hurt by someone, if they can acknowledge the hurt and be accountable for how their actions contributed to that hurt, you will feel […]
Be Vulnerable, Bravely Speak Your Truth and Set Necessary Limits
“Success in your home, job, or world requires the guts to take risks, the bravery to be uncomfortable, and the courage to be vulnerable.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth Life is not easy. Success does not happen overnight, and great relationships don’t happen without taking consistent risks. Telling your partner, you’re unhappy is risky. Asking your lover if s/he still […]
Do Not Normalize, Rationalize, or Justify Aggression
“Unless you are at risk of physical harm, violence is not okay, acceptable, or justified.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth Seldom is a violent act all about one thing, but rather a conglomeration of many: uncontrolled anger, impulsiveness, fear, trauma, righteousness, cultural teachings, upbringing, and more. Similarly, the response to violence can take on many forms: silence, fear, […]
You Do What You Do Because You Choose To; Choose Wisely
“You do what you do because you choose to; choose wisely.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth Do you ever tell yourself that you do what you do because others make you? Perhaps you think you yell because your partner doesn’t listen, or you’re I because your partner gets angry, or you don’t tell others the truth because they can’t […]
Give the Gift of Grace to Everyone You Meet
“When you give others grace, you give yourself grace as well. Give the gift of grace to everyone you meet.” ~ Lisa Merlo-Booth Being human means that you are riddled with imperfections—as is everyone around you. There is no way around being imperfect. From the: Thoughts you have, To the actions you take, To the […]
Don’t Confuse Mistakes With Character or Intent
“People make mistakes, forget, and cause hurt—even with the best intentions. Don’t confuse mistakes with character or intent.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth Danny comes home from work excited to surprise his wife with take-out from their favorite restaurant. However, instead of greeting Danny with a hug and a thank you, Danny’s wife, Paige, angrily states, “You never […]
Water Your Relationships Daily
“Relationships flounder without nurturing. Water your relationships daily.” ~ Lisa Merlo-Booth Love is not enough to make relationships last; it is certainly not enough to make them thrive. You can love your partner to the moon and back; however, if you don’t show your love, then it is almost irrelevant. If your partner doesn’t feel […]
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