Part of the Solution

I was just talking with a client about her distress over the events at the Capitol and what may happen now. She lives in a small town in the midwest and she sees and hears a lot of upsetting rhetoric and was feeling deeply afraid. We talked about the fear and what she could do […]

How High The Moon

My week-long jazz masterclass begins tomorrow. I’ve been looking forward to it for a year and I’m over the moon. I’m not entirely sure what to expect. I know that there are jam sessions in local cafes every night. I intend to make the most of any and all performing opportunities but that means I’ll […]

Neither Fish Nor Fowl

I don’t think of myself as a person who doesn’t have opinions. I can generally sense my preference– this yes, that no. I can determine what to order from a gigantic menu. But recently I’ve become aware of my tendency to hang out in a wishy washy middle area, wanting to agree with every point […]

Take your turn

When I grow up I want to be bold. I want to see something I desire and go for it without hesitation. I want to trust my wisdom and not mess around with doubts and fears. Oh wait, I am grown up. I haven’t stopped learning and growing, but I’d like to eliminate some of […]

Just Be Yourself!

Just Be Yourself. I’m sure I’ve said that to people and intended it to be helpful. I apologize. Right now I have that phrase rattling around in my head and I have no idea what it means. What do I do? What are the instructions for being myself? Does this seem like a silly question? […]