Yesterday Alan Alda did a very brave and important thing: he showed us how very difficult things can propel us forward in a positive direction. Revealing he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s [...]
Ten years ago Lisa Schrader’s life was shattered when she discovered that her husband of twenty years had betrayed her for another woman. Through the grace of time, tears, honest reflection and [...]
Love is such a vibrant, nuanced force, that the ancient Greeks used four different words to illuminate its meaning. Valentine’s Day emphasizes the romantic, passionate love known as Eros. [...]
Every year at this time I engage my clients in a reflective process to bring Honorable Closure to the year. We use a series of questions, some of which I share below, that generates a rich and [...]
“If you spend too much time thinking about a thing, you’ll never get it done.” — Bruce Lee Big things happen in small steps, just like the proverbial ‘Journey of 1,000 Steps.’ [...]
Not all endings and beginnings are created equal. As I have navigated my own personal and professional transitions while supporting others with my 4-Step Honorable Closure Process, I have [...]
Beth is a petite blond, her delicate features accentuated by an uber short Michelle Williams hairstyle. Her shoulders are slumped under a green cashmere sweater that matches her eyes. Her [...]
Lizzy oversees corporate communications for a nationally known software developer. Over a five-year period, while maintaining her significant work responsibilities, Lizzy had four miscarriages. [...]
“What is the one piece of advice you would give my friend who just got fired?” People often ask me this question once they learn that I mentor executives toward honorable closure when a career [...]
Remember the phrase Desirable Difficulties the next time you are shaking your head and thinking, “Really? Why me?” Malcom Gladwell’s latest book, David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits and the Art [...]
Submissions are due by the last day of the month, for release the following month. For example, December submissions will be posted in January. If you have an idea for a theme and don’t see it here, please send an email to admin@lindaacurtis.com and we’ll happily consider it.
July – What is something you used to believe (or believe in) and no longer do?
August – Share a story of a negative experience in your life that unexpectedly propelled you forward in a positive, new direction.
September – What did you learn from your biggest regret?
October – When is it OK to disappoint another person to be true to yourself?
November – Describe a moment that changed the way you look at life.
