“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 […]
Healthy Connection Requires Uncompromised Safety
“Healthy connection can’t happen without emotional and physical safety.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth There is a dangerous notion that harshness, reactivity, intense anger, intimidation, and even rage, are okay responses to upsets and conflict. These responses are not okay—in your home, on the job, or in the world. Verbal or physical attacks are harmful, abusive, and damaging—in […]
If You’re Unhappy, Change Your Moves
“Doing the same thing expecting different results will leave you disappointed every time. If you’re unhappy, change your moves.” ~Lisa Merlo-Booth A great definition of insanity is “Doing the same behaviors over and over again, expecting different results.” People do the same things in relationships all the time—even when that behavior harms them. In affairs, […]