All is not lost and the end is not near as long as we maintain hope. That is the evergreen message this time of year.
Personal Note
Spring Cleaning of Your Mind
Welcome to Spring, a season of new life and new beginnings. There’s a freshness and a stirring sense of promise in the air as we wake from our winter hibernation and look forward to what summer and the rest of the year will bring. Growing up this meant little league baseball, spring soccer, rainy days […]
Who Is the “My Person” in Your Life?
We all need someone in our lives that we can call “My Person.” This idea of “my person” grew out of a saying Carolyn and I have: “thank you for being my person.” I am not quite sure when we first started saying it, but it has become a powerful synonym for “I love you.” […]
The Power of a Simple Act of Kindness
A simple act of kindness can have a huge impact. For example (and this is by no means an exhaustive list), saying “hello” to the passerby, asking someone how they are doing, calling a person by name, saying “thank you for your service” to veterans and first responders, checking-in with a friend or family member to […]
Honoring Our American Heroes
Over the years, Memorial Day has become the unofficial launch party for the upcoming summer. Beaches and backyards are filled with frolicking and barbeques. There are sales galore for all the shoppers out there. To top it off, many of us get an extra day off from work to relax and have some fun. It’s […]
Why You Shouldn’t Judge A Fish By Its Ability to Climb a Tree
Albert Einstein is famous for his Theory of Relativity and its mathematical equation: E=mc2. However, here’s another theory that he shared that is even more important and groundbreaking: “Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” […]
Stillness is the Key
As one of our clients likes to remind us, “the world spins so fast!” It’s true that life moves so quickly that it oftentimes feels we are barely keeping up, if at all. If you feel this way, you are not alone. In addition to drowning in overwhelm, there is another growing problem: not having any time to […]
Life (Happily) Interrupted
Life never goes exactly as planned. We fill our days with expectations, tasks, and goals, only to have life disrupt them all. We truly live a life interrupted. This year has underscored that very boldly for all of us in different ways. Some disappointing, some tragic, and many inconvenient. But not all of these interruptions […]
Get Rid of Your Panic Button
With the tempest that has been swirling around us this year, it’s natural to feel a sense of unease, anxiety, and even downright panic. These are natural human reactions and emotions. Indeed, it is part of the human condition and in our makeup to have an internal panic button. Some of us are more inclined […]
The Power of a Perfect Moment
For me, a “perfect moment” is a moment of calm, presence, and connectivity that results in a “nirvana-like” awareness. It’s a moment that often comes out of nowhere and overwhelms me with an instant clarity of mind. It leaves me with a peaceful truth and understanding about the world around me. Everything makes sense; It […]
What’s the Point If You Aren’t Having Fun?
Many of us have felt “stuck” or in a rut at some point in life. Oftentimes it’s due to the fact we become focused on the “end-game” and not the journey. If your happiness is dependent on accomplishing certain goals, what happens if fate intervenes and outside events interrupt? That’s the problem with allowing your […]
Who’s Your Dado?
I love being Dado. “Dado” is what my kids have called me since they were first able to talk. The name just stuck. I like it because it’s unique, still identifies me as Dad, and just sounds fun. Being “Dado” is where I find happiness and purpose. It’s one of the core values of who […]
Flag of Our Fathers and Mothers
Today is an important day. Today we honor our American flag and for which it stands…indivisible…with liberty..and justice…for all. Our flag is the common unifier despite our differences as Americans. While we all have different life circumstances, experiences, upbringings, and origins, we can unite under our flag. Our flag affords us the opportunity to co-exist […]
To Find the Real Gold in Your Life, Do This One Thing…
Stop chasing rainbows… Like many of you, between work and family, I have a pretty full schedule. From the time the alarm goes off in the morning until my head hits the pillow at night, I am constantly on the go. Talking to other friends, family, and clients this is a common theme no matter […]
Why Writing a Note Can Be the Best Gift Money Can’t Buy
The experience of writing a card or a letter is a powerful one for me. We’ve all received a note, card, or a letter in the mail that made us smile. Why is that? Of course, it is nice to know that someone is stopping their daily life to say “I’m thinking about you.” To be acknowledged […]
Make Less Resolutions and Eat More Elephants this Year
Before you get too alarmed, the real elephants are safe. But you metaphorical elephants, watch out! I know how to eat you…and I’m willing to share how. Being as it is the start of a new year, many of us are focused on dreaming big. So we create to-do lists of resolutions and goals and […]
Why It’s Okay to Let Go of Your Parent Guilt
Am I doing enough? Am I spending enough time? Am I providing the best opportunities? Should I have stayed home to play boardgames instead of going on date night? Does this sound familiar? Parent guilt is a real thing. Often referred to as “Mommy Guilt,” all parents experience it – moms and dads alike; some […]
Who’s Riding On Your Bus?
Motivational speaker Jim Rohn famously said that we are the average of the five people with whom we spend most of our time. While I believe this to be true, I don’t like it’s numeric limitation. With so many great people out there, I want to surround myself with as many as I can, not just five. That is […]
Are You Building A Taj Mahal with a Do-It-Yourself Approach?
How are you getting things done? Are you a powerhouse of productivity or do you outsource for efficiency? The balance between being independent and seeking help continues to be an ongoing conversation in the Snyder family. For both kids and parents. Completing our own projects can bring a great sense of accomplishment and pride. There’s a lot […]
A Letter to Aging Parents
Dear Mom and Dad, Did you know that May is National Elder Law Awareness Month? I know, I shouldn’t need a special month to appreciate you as my elders. I love and appreciate you every day (although I probably should tell you more often). However, this month has caused me to take pause and reflect a bit […]