What is the difference between “giving up” and “letting go”? For one thing “giving up” has a negative connotation; while “letting go” implies a choice. On a practical level, giving up means “I don’t want to try this anymore” or “I no longer believe this is possible for me.” When you give up, the general … Read more
For many years I was a student of media literacy. I even attended a one week training at The New Mexico Media Literacy Project. One of the lasting impressions it had on me was how important it is to critically consume what we tend to consider as entertainment. One of my early teachers in media … Read more
A critical task in every business involves setting fees. Yet many entrepreneurs (especially helping professionals) are ill prepared for this task. My practice model is centered around a “private pay” practice, with only a few insurance-based services. When supervisees and colleagues bring up the topic of rates, the typical concerns are: “Is my rate too high?” “Is … Read more
When I was growing up, it never occurred to me that I would start my own business. It really only became a consideration after a tremendous loss. Because of neglecting my health and not recognizing the early warning signs of uterine fibroids, by the time I learned that I had them and what they were, … Read more