by beth | Dec 9, 2024 | Kindness, Motivational Monday
Does kindness matter? Even a small, “inconsequential” act? And do we avoid it because we get ahead of ourselves with thoughts like, “I should just mind my own business,” or “This would be weird,” or my favorite, “They will...
by beth | Dec 2, 2024 | Bravery, Fear, Motivational Monday, Success
For as long as I can remember, I have been afraid of heights. I stood on the high dive at Princeton Pool for what seemed like an hour until I finally found the courage to jump into the pool. I cried, yes cried, when I realized my husband had made dinner reservations...
by beth | Nov 25, 2024 | Accountability, Ownership, Success
Saturday night, Doug and I decided to try a local restaurant, the Fork Hill Kitchen, in Union City, New Jersey, and we are really glad we did! The food was outstanding, the restaurant was charming, and the staff was 10 out of 10. I don’t normally do...
by beth | Nov 22, 2024 | Bravery, Friday Quote
“I’m not funny. What I am is brave.” ~ Lucille Ball Do you know how many things could be fixed or rectified if we were brave? If you’ve ever watched Lucille Ball, you know she was funny because she wasn’t afraid to be outlandish, to look...
by beth | Nov 18, 2024 | Grit, Persistence, Resilience
I walk a lot in Hoboken. I’m not necessarily going anywhere, just walking. I see a lot on these walks and it always makes me think. I see people who seem to have it easy—like the young adults on Stevens Institute of Technology who seem carefree as they walk...