How A Gratitude Journal Can Change Your Perspective

How A Gratitude Journal Can Change Your Perspective

Every Lent, my church recommends a book for the congregation to read. It’s a book that highlights the theme for the year’s Lenten season. This year, the book is about gratitude. Gratitude is defined by Merriam-Webster dictionary as “the state of being grateful;...
It’s More Than An Analysis of Your Investments

It’s More Than An Analysis of Your Investments

When you hear the term “financial plan” what comes to mind? Most people think immediately about investments. But did you know that’s only one part of a financial plan? A comprehensive financial plan focuses beyond investments. It calculates your net worth, after-tax...
Show Your Spouse Meaningful Appreciation

Show Your Spouse Meaningful Appreciation

Spring is a time for warmer weather, beautiful blooms, and many events. Your weekends are probably being booked with events for Easter, prom, Mother’s Day, graduations and weddings. Your days may be filled with an endless to-do list as you race around getting ready...
Challenging the “F” Word

Challenging the “F” Word

As a society, we talk about successes. It’s what we learned to do at a very young age. We talk about … who won the championshipwho took first place in the contestwho had the highest score in the game Winners are always recognized in our conversations. They...
3 Things Every Mentee Should Do

3 Things Every Mentee Should Do

Do you participate in a mentorship program at work? Many firms offer mentoring, but it is not monitored. They match you with an experienced employee but then leave it up to you to make it work. Some mentors thrive in the role. They look forward to sharing their...